Collection Highlights
An Historical Account of the Black Empire of Hayti: comprehending a view of the principal transactions in the revolution of Saint Domingo; with its antient and modern state
Date:
1805
Object Number:
LIB.F1923.R15.1
Medium:
Paper, book
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Brothel token
Object Number:
1941.541
Medium:
White metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 5/16 in. ( 3.3 cm )
Description:
Circular white metal brotel token; recto: "GOOD FOR/ONE/[picture of a screw]"; verso: image rooster inscribed "MEDAL/FOR THE/BEST AND LONGEST"
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Eva L. Guernsey
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
