Description: This is a rare photograph kd Hillsdale College, President Durgin, and the Sparling brothers in Hillsdale Michigan. Christopher & Edwin Sparling were the SMALLEST University STUDENTS in the World at this time, or at least they were billed this way. Marketed as a type of sideshow attraction, the university marketed them as plus to the college and publicity was gained. P. Edward Sparling was born July 1855 and stood at a height of 43 inches. He weighted 50 lbs. Christopher W. Sparling was born December 1853 and stood at a height of 39 inches and weighed 40 lbs. Please check my other auctions for more vintage photos.Use posted auction images to determine condition.In most cases, the actual original photos are much clearer than the posted images. =========If you have any questions, feel free to email me and I will do my best to answer.
Price: 249.95 USD
Location: Orlando, Florida
End Time: 2024-12-09T04:15:36.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.95 USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Antique: Yes
Image Color: Sepia
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Region of Origin: US
Subject: Historic & Vintage
Vintage: Yes
Type: Photograph
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Format: Cabinet Card
Original/Reprint: Original Print
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Production Technique: Albumen Print
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
