If you are fortunate to have some vintage photos like these in your family collection, chances are you have what are known as Cabinet Cards–a form of photography that first appeared in the U.S. in 1866. They are named for their sturdy card stock backing and were often displayed in cabinets rather than frames. Kimberly Powell gives some interesting facts about these popular photos from the past and how to date your collection here.
A little research and you might have some interesting facts to add to your family history and heritage scrapping. Adding scanned cabinet cards to your layouts makes a wonderful period piece.
