Slavery
CIVIL WAR RELICS
CIVIL WAR AND HISTORICAL MEMORABILIA
SD-14
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PRE-PRINTED 1858 RICHMOND SLAVE RECEIPT-
Receipt approx. 3" x 7-3/8", dated Richmond June 1, 1858
in amount of $885. for the purchase of one negro slave
named Hester, sold to J.R. Sedgewick. also authorizes the
right and title of said slave and is warranted against the
claims of all persons whatsoever and likewise warrant her
sound and healthy. Signed by the auctioneer. Extremely
good condition. Pre-printed slave receipts are highly sought
after.
Receipt approx. 3" x 7-3/8", dated Richmond June 1, 1858
in amount of $885. for the purchase of one negro slave
named Hester, sold to J.R. Sedgewick. also authorizes the
right and title of said slave and is warranted against the
claims of all persons whatsoever and likewise warrant her
sound and healthy. Signed by the auctioneer. Extremely
good condition. Pre-printed slave receipts are highly sought
after.
SD-15
PRE-PRINTED SLAVE DOCUMENT - SOUTH CAROLINA
1864 - Approx. 5 5/8" x 8 1/2" South Carolina claim, dated
only 'Columbia, 1864' for the loss of a slave named Allen for
the sum of $1450. compensation to the owner Jesse H. Hart
for the loss of the slave by reason of employment by authorities
of the Confederate Government for the military fortifications
of South Carolina. Very good condition.
1864 - Approx. 5 5/8" x 8 1/2" South Carolina claim, dated
only 'Columbia, 1864' for the loss of a slave named Allen for
the sum of $1450. compensation to the owner Jesse H. Hart
for the loss of the slave by reason of employment by authorities
of the Confederate Government for the military fortifications
of South Carolina. Very good condition.
$ 195.
SD-18
BOOK - SLAVERY A CENTURY AGO - by Anthony Benezet and John
Wesley 1858 Philadelphia - 138 pgs. (approx 4" x 6") Deals with the
thoughts on slavery in the 1700's based on the writings of the two authors
based mainly on the trade of Great Britain and the colonies as well as
America itself. Tight binding - some scuffs and scrapes.
Wesley 1858 Philadelphia - 138 pgs. (approx 4" x 6") Deals with the
thoughts on slavery in the 1700's based on the writings of the two authors
based mainly on the trade of Great Britain and the colonies as well as
America itself. Tight binding - some scuffs and scrapes.
SOLD
SD-19
1845 TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP - GARRARD COUNTY,
KENTUCKY - Approx. 4" x 7 3/4" Transfer for a slave boy
named Jacob and worth $300. dated June 13, 1845. Trimmed as
to amount of paper needed for the document. Very good
condition.
KENTUCKY - Approx. 4" x 7 3/4" Transfer for a slave boy
named Jacob and worth $300. dated June 13, 1845. Trimmed as
to amount of paper needed for the document. Very good
condition.
$ 155.
SD-20
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EARLY 1793 LAST WILL PASSING SLAVE TO HIS WIFE -
Dated June 29, 1793 Approx. 7 1/4" x 12" - 1 page - front and
back. Last will and testament - Lincoln County, Kentucky lists his
individual slave by name Jacob, leaving him to his wife and to be
sold after her death. Document is in good condition.
Dated June 29, 1793 Approx. 7 1/4" x 12" - 1 page - front and
back. Last will and testament - Lincoln County, Kentucky lists his
individual slave by name Jacob, leaving him to his wife and to be
sold after her death. Document is in good condition.
I-408
CDV - CONFEDERATE REV. BENJAMIN MORGAN PALMER - Image of
The Rev. Benjamin M. Palmer who was the 1st Moderator of the
Presbyterian Church in the Confederate States of America in New Orleans,
La., gave a lengthy and heated sermon on November 29, 1860 defending
slavery as an institution. The sermon was widely distributed in the South
and had a huge influence when it came time for Louisiana to vote on
joining the Confederacy. The image has a pencil inscription on the front
"Rev. Dr. Palmer / Kansas Rebel". The Palmer is correct, Kansas not so
much. E & HT Anthony, New York back mark. CDV has light contrast and
top corners are slightly clipped. An important figure in the Louisiana
secession movement.
The Rev. Benjamin M. Palmer who was the 1st Moderator of the
Presbyterian Church in the Confederate States of America in New Orleans,
La., gave a lengthy and heated sermon on November 29, 1860 defending
slavery as an institution. The sermon was widely distributed in the South
and had a huge influence when it came time for Louisiana to vote on
joining the Confederacy. The image has a pencil inscription on the front
"Rev. Dr. Palmer / Kansas Rebel". The Palmer is correct, Kansas not so
much. E & HT Anthony, New York back mark. CDV has light contrast and
top corners are slightly clipped. An important figure in the Louisiana
secession movement.
$ 195.
SD-21
LEE COUNTY VIRGINIA SLAVE DOCUMENT - 1815 - Approx. 7
1/2" x 12 1/4" Appears to be an assessment on the land and
property for tax purposes for a Stephen Thompson and his 353 acres
land known as 'Little Kentuck'. Mentions 2 slaves, one male and
one female. Very good condition.
1/2" x 12 1/4" Appears to be an assessment on the land and
property for tax purposes for a Stephen Thompson and his 353 acres
land known as 'Little Kentuck'. Mentions 2 slaves, one male and
one female. Very good condition.
SD-22
WARWICK COUNTY VIRGINIA SLAVE TAX RECEIPT - 1849 -
Approx. 1 1/2" x 4 1/8" Small hand written receipt on taxes for
Martha Harwood of Warwick County, Va. Mentions 9 slaves. Very
good condition.
Approx. 1 1/2" x 4 1/8" Small hand written receipt on taxes for
Martha Harwood of Warwick County, Va. Mentions 9 slaves. Very
good condition.
I-448
CDV - IDENTIFIED PLANTATION VIEW - No Photographer's
back mark. This is an image with subject matter that few have the
opportunity to obtain. They are rarely offered for sale. This is a view
of a Plantation grounds with over 50 slaves (to my count) and what
looks like perhaps 3 soldiers (one slave appears to be wearing a
kepi). There is a very faint ID in period pencil on the reverse which
looks to be either "Bucland (or Bulland) Plantation / 1864". On the
'Additional Images' page I have experimented with contrast
adjustments on the scans to try and draw out better clarity - you may
decide for yourself. There was a well known North Carolina
Plantation known as 'Buckland' but of course without something
better in the image to compare, it is tough to say for certain.
back mark. This is an image with subject matter that few have the
opportunity to obtain. They are rarely offered for sale. This is a view
of a Plantation grounds with over 50 slaves (to my count) and what
looks like perhaps 3 soldiers (one slave appears to be wearing a
kepi). There is a very faint ID in period pencil on the reverse which
looks to be either "Bucland (or Bulland) Plantation / 1864". On the
'Additional Images' page I have experimented with contrast
adjustments on the scans to try and draw out better clarity - you may
decide for yourself. There was a well known North Carolina
Plantation known as 'Buckland' but of course without something
better in the image to compare, it is tough to say for certain.
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TINTYPE - WHITE & BLACK(?) WOMEN WITH AN
INTERESTING RELATIONSHIP - Crisp tintype of the two
women and a strange note in a somewhat ominous tone, behind
the image in the case. The note is dated August, 1861 and it
looks like the image was taken in 1859. In the best of my
transcribing it reads: "Louisa, When shall we meet again?
Changes must need be in that I fear changes unlooked for, dark
- sorrowful. Whatever, wherever I may be live thou true to thy
womanhood, thy friend and thy God / M Alice G / Aug 1861 /
Hyde Park 1859". Could this be in reference to the beginning of
War, Friendship between races / is slavery implied? Interesting
to say the least! Unfortunately the case is damaged and cover
detached but the note is fine and image near perfect. More
shown in 'Additional Images' link.
INTERESTING RELATIONSHIP - Crisp tintype of the two
women and a strange note in a somewhat ominous tone, behind
the image in the case. The note is dated August, 1861 and it
looks like the image was taken in 1859. In the best of my
transcribing it reads: "Louisa, When shall we meet again?
Changes must need be in that I fear changes unlooked for, dark
- sorrowful. Whatever, wherever I may be live thou true to thy
womanhood, thy friend and thy God / M Alice G / Aug 1861 /
Hyde Park 1859". Could this be in reference to the beginning of
War, Friendship between races / is slavery implied? Interesting
to say the least! Unfortunately the case is damaged and cover
detached but the note is fine and image near perfect. More
shown in 'Additional Images' link.
I-449
| $ 345. |
SD-24
TEXAS SLAVE BILL OF SALE - 1859 - Bill of sale from Panola
County, Texas in exchange for $100 the one eighth interest of
ownership in a negro boy Joshua. This is the same slave as in SD-25
listed for another one eighth share. Don't often see slave documents
from Texas. Very good condition.
County, Texas in exchange for $100 the one eighth interest of
ownership in a negro boy Joshua. This is the same slave as in SD-25
listed for another one eighth share. Don't often see slave documents
from Texas. Very good condition.
$ 170.
SD-25
TEXAS SLAVE BILL OF SALE - 1859 - Bill of sale from Panola
County, Texas in exchange for $100 the one eighth interest of
ownership in a negro boy Joshua. This is the same slave as in SD-24
listed for another one eighth share. Don't often see slave documents
from Texas. Very good condition.
County, Texas in exchange for $100 the one eighth interest of
ownership in a negro boy Joshua. This is the same slave as in SD-24
listed for another one eighth share. Don't often see slave documents
from Texas. Very good condition.
SD-26
1854 ALABAMA PROMISSORY NOTE - NO ALCOHOL TO
SLAVES - Chambers County, Alabama - approx. 4 5/8" x 7 3/4".
Apparently, to keep slaves from getting a bit out of hand,
establishment owners would need to sign this form which reads, "I
do solemnly swear that I will not sell any Spirituous Liquors to any
Slave or Slaves, or purchase any commodity from him, her, or
them, without permission of the owner or overseer of such Slave or
Slaves, or knowingly suffer the same to be done by any Partner,
Agent, Clerk or Servant or any other person upon any premises, if in
my power to prevent the same; nor will I knowingly permit any
Gaming of any description to be carried on or played on or about
my premises - So help me God". Have several. Very good condition.
SLAVES - Chambers County, Alabama - approx. 4 5/8" x 7 3/4".
Apparently, to keep slaves from getting a bit out of hand,
establishment owners would need to sign this form which reads, "I
do solemnly swear that I will not sell any Spirituous Liquors to any
Slave or Slaves, or purchase any commodity from him, her, or
them, without permission of the owner or overseer of such Slave or
Slaves, or knowingly suffer the same to be done by any Partner,
Agent, Clerk or Servant or any other person upon any premises, if in
my power to prevent the same; nor will I knowingly permit any
Gaming of any description to be carried on or played on or about
my premises - So help me God". Have several. Very good condition.
| $ 65. |
| One Sold - Three Left |
SD-27
1833 KENTUCKY LAST WILL - MENTIONS 7 SLAVES - Three
page (approx. 7 1/2" x 12 1/4") Last Will and Testament of
William McHargue of Knox County, Kentucky dated April 27,
1833. Interesting will as he leaves to two sons half each of the
plantation grist and saw mills while his other sons he leaves $5.
each from the perishable part of the plantation. Besides this he
leaves the same two sons seven slaves by name completely after
the death of his wife.
page (approx. 7 1/2" x 12 1/4") Last Will and Testament of
William McHargue of Knox County, Kentucky dated April 27,
1833. Interesting will as he leaves to two sons half each of the
plantation grist and saw mills while his other sons he leaves $5.
each from the perishable part of the plantation. Besides this he
leaves the same two sons seven slaves by name completely after
the death of his wife.
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P-89
UNION PATRIOTIC COVER - During the War envelope
companies produced patriotic envelopes for mailing letters.
Thousands of different types were produced. This was produced
by an unknown publisher. This contains a bit of 'play on words'
humor, showing three blacks playing instruments with the
caption below, 'Music by the Contra-Band'. Contraband referring
to runaway slaves that would follow the Army and would take up
chores as a non-military work force. Condition is good.
companies produced patriotic envelopes for mailing letters.
Thousands of different types were produced. This was produced
by an unknown publisher. This contains a bit of 'play on words'
humor, showing three blacks playing instruments with the
caption below, 'Music by the Contra-Band'. Contraband referring
to runaway slaves that would follow the Army and would take up
chores as a non-military work force. Condition is good.
| $ 35. |
| SOLD |
| ON HOLD |
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