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1827 Charleston SERVANT Slave Hire Badge, Number 382....
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1827 Charleston SERVANT Slave Hire Badge, Number 382. A convex diamond-shaped tag with clipped corners and a hole at the top for suspension, 68mm x 70mm. "LAFAR" hallmark punched at bottom on the reverse indicating manufacture by Charleston silversmith John Joseph Lafar. The elements on the obverse are as follows (top to bottom): "*CHARLESTON*" (second * missing) in a crescent-shaped bar punch; "No" in a square punch ("o" light) followed by an incuse "382" in large individual punches; "SERVANT" in a rectangular punch; and "1827" bar punched. Very fine appearance with a couple of minor edge notches. Attractive bright surface with dark green and brown patina and large size makes it a great piece for display.Auction Info
2015 May 18 Americana & Political Grand Format Auction - Dallas #6145 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
May, 2015
18th
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