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Two 4 inch high Aunt Jemima figures, salt and pepper shakers

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Keywords

Racism, Racial Stereotypes, Popular Culture, American Popular Culture, Discrimination, Aunt Jemima, Uncle Mose, Black Memorabilia, Americana, 20th Century America, Material Culture, Functional Items, Kitchen Items, Tableware, Cookie Jar, Salt and Pepper Shakers

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