Aboriginal image identification

12201001461?profile=originalHello. A group of us in Australia are trying to work out the identity of this Aboriginal girl, location in Australia, date of this tin type, photographer/studio ...  - all thoughts/information very welcome. 

Currently haven't obtained any further information than the article - link is:

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-26/tintype-photo/5687622

Contact: Julie Gough

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  • Hi Julie, since this a gem tintype, it was likely produced between 1879 and 1885 when they were most popular. They were produced throughout Australia, in the major cities but also in a surprising number of country towns, usually by itinerant operators. Cheers! Marcel Safier, Brisbane.

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