Hi Ken, So it's just common sense that since the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War came later, these papers would be older because they're GAR :o) The seller says they're original so I don't think they are copies. I've tried looking for a date, but the photos aren't large clear enough for me to read clearly. I sent a message to the seller asking if there was a date the GAR issued them. There are only 11 hours left on the sale so maybe he will answer soon. It would be great if Calhoun's descendants or at least the SUVCW could get them. :o) Cathey Anti-Christmas is Antichrist.