Description
There is 2 collars woth metal plates that have names and different signs on them. Appears to be a masonic symbol, a cross and what appears to be a family name.the plates are connected to old leather collars that lead to short chains and a lock. One collar seems to be larger than the other on diameter.
Re: Antique slave collars with locks and chains
Interesting history from a very sad period in time. It upsets me that there is still much racism in this day and age. Because it was such a bad period in history these pieces are highly collectable.
Circa 1854 - 1855
Origin : Atlanta Gorgia , Richmond Virginia
Slavery was abolished in Virginia in 1865 , In Gorgia abolished in 1865 with the Thirteenth Ammendment. At the end of the Civil War
Abe Lincoln Emancipation Proclamation was in 1863.
Estimated conservative value: $1500 - $2200 US for the set. If you were ever to sell them I would recommend an auction house that specializes in Slavery items.
I would insure them as a set for $3000 - $4000 US on your house content insurance.
Some of these pieces that are rarer have been est at auction $600 - $1200 but have went higher. Some as high as $2600 a piece recently.
Many people are offended by pieces in nature of this subject matter. It is my hopes that history will not repeat itself. Thanks for sharing ...
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Peace and Blessings Always ...
Tommy Gordyn Certified Appraisal Professional - AIOA
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