Manufactured by
Unidentified
Owned by
Acacia Historical Arts International, Inc., American, founded 1989
Date
mid 19th-mid 20th century
Medium
iron
Dimensions
H x W x D: 4 1/8 × 1 × 13/16 in. (10.5 × 2.6 × 2.1 cm)
Description
An iron spike. The shaft of the spike is squared, slightly curved, and has an offset head.
Classification
Slavery and Freedom Objects
Tools and Equipment
Type
spikes (straight fasteners)
Topic
Labor
Slavery
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
2017.108.23.72
Restrictions & Rights
No known copyright restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd520b9a064-f442-4c87-83c0-3a93ed4afe8f

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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