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Charleston slave badge from 1801 for Mechanic No. 108

Charles Prince, American1801

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Washington, D.C., United States

A circular copper slave badge. The front of the badge reads "*Charleston* / No. 108 / Mechanic / 1801." The back of the badge reads “C.Prince.” All lettering is die stamped into the metal except the number “108”, which is engraved. There is a puncture hole at the top of the badge. The metal is dark in color with a green patina.

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  • Title: Charleston slave badge from 1801 for Mechanic No. 108
  • Creator: Charles Prince, American
  • Date Created: 1801
  • Physical Dimensions: Diameter: 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm)
  • Subject Keywords: Slavery, Labor unions, History
  • Medium: copper
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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