Why were photographic prints sepia toned?

sepia process was cheaper than black and white

for improved resistance

it is simply ageing of paper

it is the effect of exposition to sunlight

Sepia toning enhances archival qualities of the photos. Chemicals are used to convert the metallic silver in the print to a sulfide compound, which is at least 50% more stable than silver.

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