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davidcyclebackMy opinion is that the debate about the age of these large framed display photographs should exclude the consignors. Though that would make this a very short thread.
If collectors or dealers or auction houses want to do their own study about judging the age and authenticity of photographs (including 19th century baseball photos), a worthwhile guide and reference is at the following
http://www.cycleback.com/photoguide/
I have nothing wrong with people debating me and disagreeing with my opinion, but, a story about a family keeping their fire stoked until recent years with Old Judges doesn't offer me much to mull over.
As I said, I hope those interested do their own study on the matter, and, as I said even earlier, I have no preconceived notion as to what the sale price will be. These are attractive and striking display pieces, and I honestly don't see anything wrong with a Old Judge or early baseball fan dropping some $$ on them in the current REA auction.