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The Purchase of Manhattan Island, September 1626 (engraving) (b&w photo)
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The Purchase of Manhattan Island, September 1626 (engraving) (b&w photo)
BAL111653 The Purchase of Manhattan Island, September 1626 (engraving) (b&w photo) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: bought from Indians for 60 guilders or 4 worth of beads and trinkets by group of Dutch led by Peter Minuit (c.1580-1638); colonial governor of New Amsterdam; ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 12693731
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The Purchase of Manhattan Island, September 1626 - A Historic Exchange
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. This print captures a significant moment in history - the purchase of Manhattan Island in September 1626. The engraving, created by an anonymous American artist from the 19th century, depicts the iconic transaction between a group of Dutch settlers led by Peter Minuit and Native Americans. In this intriguing scene, we witness the negotiation taking place as beads and trinkets are exchanged for ownership of this vast land. It is said that the price paid amounted to merely 60 guilders or approximately $24 worth of goods in today's currency. This seemingly modest sum would later become legendary as one of the most remarkable real estate deals ever made. The image serves as a reminder of both cultural exchange and colonial expansion during this era. It symbolizes the early interactions between European settlers and Native American tribes who inhabited these lands long before their arrival. As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back to a time when New York was known as New Amsterdam under Dutch rule. We can't help but marvel at how much has changed since then - from humble beginnings on Manhattan Island to becoming one of the world's most vibrant metropolises. This print offers us a glimpse into our shared past, inviting us to reflect on our complex history while appreciating how far we have come as a society.
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