Leg irons

Pair of leg irons linked by iron rod

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Pair of leg irons linked by iron rod
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Pair of leg irons linked by iron rod, probably used as slave shackle, European, 1501-1800

Details

Category:
Wellcome (general)
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A138326
Materials:
iron
Measurements:
width 355 mm
height 110 mm
depth 24 mm
type:
leg irons
credit:
Glendining