Black History
"Am I Not A Woman And A Sister" Anti-Slavery Token
1838-Dated. Anti-Slavery Hard Times Token. "Am I Not A Woman And A Sister." Copper. Rulau 81. (Low 54). Choice Extremely Fine.
An extremely sharp Anti-Slavery Token measures about 1" in diameter and is styled after Josiah Wedgewood's very popular "Am I Not a Man and a Brother" Anti-Slavery theme plaque, a design which also appeared on some British tokens issued around 1795. Some natural underlying luster mixes nicely with its medium chestnut-brown surfaces. Just a few small scattered contact nicks on the obverse. Overall, remaining highly attractive with extremely sharp details that are well struck, the reverse having glossy smooth surfaces. This historic token sought to bring attention to the plight of Slaves, particularly the Black Women who were being held in bondage in many of the American Southern States. The obverse features a Black Woman down upon one knee, her arms shackled and pleading for humanity. The reverse has "Liberty 1838" within a wreath, with the words, "United States Of America" surrounding. A very attractive 1838 Anti-Slavery Token.
KEYWORDS:
Black History, Slavery Chains