14. The Caregiver: $1,200 in Maryland
In Maryland, a woman was sold for the notable sum of $1,200—a price reflecting her exceptional reputation as a loyal caregiver. Her experience in tending to children and the sick made her invaluable to buyers seeking trust and dependability within their households. The Maryland State Archives notes that such caregivers, though past their physical prime, could still command high prices if their skills, wisdom, and reliability were highly regarded by the community.
