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CHILD'S SLAVE COLLAR

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
CHILD'S SLAVE COLLAR
Extremely rare hand-forged slave collar, ca. 1840’s, approximately 14 3/4” in length and likely used on a child on a plantation. The collar is composed of two strands of approx. 1/2" links on either side of a 2 1/2" scallop-edged plate with brass insert upon which the salve's name was to be engraved - this example is either unused or the engraving has been worn-off. A hasp with lock is present into which is fitted a sleeve with several holes, found at the other end of the collar. A screw-type locking pin fits into these holes which still show obvious signs of prolonged use. A key is present, though it may be mismatched. Slave children were not as readily identifiable as their adult counterparts, hence the identifying collars. Although various shackles and collars for adult slaves are commonly seen, those used on children are seldom offered. From a private collection emanating from Beaufort, SC.

Estimate: $2,000 - 3,000.

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