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- Trade Card for Six Cord Thread, J. & P. Coats, 1880-1900 - Late 19th century trade cards used colorful illustrations and promotional text to sell products. They also reflect the prejudices of the time. This trade card promised the black thread from J. & P. Coats will not fade. The card was a subtle confirmation to white consumers that blacks could never become white.
- 1880-1900
- Collections - Artifact
Trade Card for Six Cord Thread, J. & P. Coats, 1880-1900
Late 19th century trade cards used colorful illustrations and promotional text to sell products. They also reflect the prejudices of the time. This trade card promised the black thread from J. & P. Coats will not fade. The card was a subtle confirmation to white consumers that blacks could never become white.