Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pair of handcuffs with key
Object Number:
1947.51
Date:
1834
Medium:
Steel
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 3/8 x 3 x 3/4 in. ( 23.8 x 7.6 x 1.9 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on each cuff: "FROGGATT/ WARRENTED/ WROUGHT/ 46/ HARD"
Description:
Pair of stirrup shaped handcuffs; arch is hinged and inserts into a cylindrical locking mechanism; tabs at the top of each cuff attach to circular chain links with a swivel hinge in the center.
Credit Line:
Gift of Misses Anna G. and Katherine L. Ferris and Mr. Gilbert B. Ferris
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




