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Metadata
Title |
Commemorative Coin (Abolition) |
Object ID |
2009.8.3R |
Collection |
SLAVERY, PLANTATION SOCIETY AND EMANCIPATION |
Object Name |
Coin, Commemorative |
Date |
1840 |
Material |
Metal |
Dimensions |
Dia-8.2 cm |
Description |
Large metal commemorative coin with the words "General Anti-Slavery Convention Held in London" along with the relief seal of the Abolitionist Society (an African Slave in chains) and the words "Am I Not A Man And A Brother" on reverse. Bust of Thomas Clarkson and his name embossed on obverse. Presented to the Institute of Jamaica by Archdeacon J.L. Ramson in 1934. The Society for effecting the Abolition of the Slave Trade was formed in England and in 1787 issued a medallion showing a kneeling slave with the motto "Am I Not A Man And A Brother?" This emblem became the identifying image of the abolitionist movement and was the most widely circulated. Thomas Clarkson was a member of the Society and played an important role in campaigning for the Abolition of the Slave Trade which came in effect in 1807. |
Subjects |
Abolitionists Abolition movement Anti-slavery movement |
People |
Clarkson. Thomas Ramson, John L. |
Credit line |
Courtesy: The Institute of Jamaica |
Legal Status |
This image can be used for educational purposes without restrictions. A higher quality image may att |
Web Rights |
In Copyrights |