1816 Charleston No. 143 “Porter?? Slave Hire Tag – Early American Identification Badge

Updated August 28, 2026

Lot number0137
Estimate$300 - $500
Opening bid$9
AuctionScarce WW2 German & Civil War Artifacts
DateSeptember 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT
Auction houseRare Treasures
LocationHarrisburg, Pennsylvania

Historically significant Charleston slave hire tag dated 1816, fashioned in a diamond-shaped metal form with a suspension hole pierced near the upper point. The face is boldly stamped

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