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John Sutter Cabinet Card Photo [190277]

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Mining Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 800.00 USD
John Sutter Cabinet Card Photo [190277]
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A cabinet card photograph of General John A. Sutter, proprieter of the mill where California's gold was first discovered. The reverse side of the photo bears the stamp of George D. Stewart, a Sacramento photographer who captured California throughout the Gold Rush years. The photograph likely originates from the 1860s, based on Sutter's age. It is mounted on a stiff card with a brief, handwritten description of his claim to fame. The contrast of the photo is low, but it is of clear quality and in good condition. Also included with the photo is a page from a book regarding the discovery of gold on Sutter's property and a copy of a petition to congress by Sutter. [ California