Object Details
- Description
- A flat even-sided octagonal badge with a hole at the top for suspension with engravings and punches. The elements on the obverse are as follows (top to bottom): an engraved "No 55"; "FISHER" in individual punches; and "1800" punched. This excavated badge is in fine condition with some light surface roughness, a dark patina, and the expected verdigris.
- Data Source
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Created by
- Ralph Atmar Jr., American, 1767 - 1809
- Date
- 1800
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Medium
- metal
- Dimensions
- H x W: 1 5/8 x 1 9/16 in. (4.2 x 4 cm)
- Type
- slave hire badges
