1835 South Carolina Slave Purchase Document
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Source: University Archives https://www.universityarchives.com/auction-lot/1835-south-carolina-slave-purchase-document_F0792E7C25 Slavery Charleston, SC, February 28, 1835 1835 South Carolina Slave Purchase Document Partially printed DS A partially printed bill of sale between John Philips and William Freeman, both of Charleston, for "a Negro Slave named Peter about twenty four years of age." 1p, measuring 8" x 12.75", Charleston, SC, February 28, 1835. Within, Freeman purchases the aforementioned slave for a sum of six hundred and fifty dollars. The document is flush mounted to a separate sheet of archival paper, obstructing visibility of verso. Remnants of red wax seal present in the lower right. Exhibits areas of scattered soiling and dampstaining throughout, with moderate surface creasing. Minor paper loss at top right corner. Overall, good condition.
Collection: University Archives — Bill of Sale Search
Time Period: Pre-1865 (Slavery Era)
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