Union naval officer who served on board the Constellation. Original 2.5 x 3.75 carte-de-visite photo by Hodgend and Degoix, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Compliments of Sylvanus Backus, Lieut. U. S. Navy.” A lightly trimmed lower edge and some scattered light toning to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
