May 8-10, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/9/2024
Lot consists of: (A) Woolman, John, Slavery & Abolition, 8vo, marbled and red leather covers with gold gilt lettering on the spine. Collected works of early abolitionist and Quaker John Woolman. The first works printed in 1754, and Second Part offered here, printed in 1762, where he argues the abolitionist cause. His advocacy helped persuade the Philadelphia Quakers to officially endorse emancipation and become an important early anti-slavery force in America. Appears complete with all pages, that exhibit toning and scattered light blemishes. All text remains legible. CONDITION: Good. (B) 1807 dated slave appraisal in which "one Negro Boy named Sam" was appraised for 65 dollars. It appears that the boy was inherited by Henry and John Rhea from the estate of John Rhea. Edge wear with age toning and fold lines. All ink is legible. (C) 1837 dated receipt for the purchase of "a black female Servant Girl named Feebe" stating that the recipient Peter Garabrant can hold her in in accordance with "An act for the gradual abolition of Slavery, and other purposes respecting Slaves," that was passed by New Jersey Legislature on 24 February 1820. The act repealed the earlier slavery laws but essentially continued the procedure for manumission then in effect. The document is fragmented into 4 pieces with staining throughout. Despite the damage the text remains legible with bold ink in most areas. CONDITION: Fair. All ex-Lattimer Collection.
Item Dimensions: 11" X 9"