A circular button featuring a sepia portrait of Bessie Coleman wearing an aviator hat and goggles.
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Color photograph of Jean Ritchie holding a mountain dulcimer while sitting on a grassy hill.
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Black and white photo of Anna May Wong wearing a suit and top hat. She arches an eyebrow and holds a glass to the camera in a toast.
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Illustration of S. Anesta Samuel standing on a New York City intersection of S. Anesta Samuel Ave., LaFayette Ave., and St. James Pl. She wears a colorful dress with swirls.
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Close up of Ana Mendieta. Her eyes are closed and her expression is calm.
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Tantaquidgeon and Nanticoke leaders stand on the steps of the Delaware State Capitol.
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Illustration of quarter featuring Nina Otero-Warren with her hands clasped, three flowers, and the text "Voto Para La Mujer."
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Tinted photo of Geneva Townes Turner
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Painting of Romaine Brooks wearing a riding hat and coat, depicted in shades of black, white, and gray
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