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Cary Tintypes, Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes

Ambrotype process used between 1855-1865

Kathy ChapmanMarch 15, 2022

Wade Collection (printed on glass)Unknown Lady with Ribbons from Wade CollectionIt was common for the ambrotype to be colored. Suggestions ... Continue Reading

Ambrotype process used between 1855-1865

Kathy ChapmanMarch 15, 2022

Wade Collection Unknown Couple from Wade CollectionAn emulsion on glass.A very slow (up to 20 sec.) exposure, compared to 2 ... Continue Reading

Anna Louisa Lee – Tintype

Kathy ChapmanMarch 15, 2022

Tintype found on ancestry.com said to be born in Cary GeorgiaThis tin type resembles the women found in the Wade ... Continue Reading

DAGUERREOTYPE (1839 – 1870, approx.)

Kathy ChapmanMarch 15, 2022

Wade Collection The case resembled a double frame. Very decorative. The photo image is on a silver clad copper sheet ... Continue Reading

Kathy Chapman is the dedicated organizer and curator behind Cary Settlers, a website devoted to preserving the rich history and heritage of Cary, Georgia. With a passion for genealogy and historical research, Kathy has meticulously compiled information on the area’s notable families, key historical events, and local institutions.

She leads efforts to document war records, obituaries, and old photographs, offering the community a deeper connection to its roots. Through Cary Settlers, Kathy ensures that Cary’s stories remain accessible to future generations, inspiring a lasting appreciation for the town’s unique past.

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