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Civil War prisoner handcuffs

Civil War prisoner handcuffs

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Titles: Civil War prisoner handcuffs (Supplied title)

Description: Pair of iron handcuffs worn by an imprisoned Civil War officer. Adams handcuffs -- patented by W. V. Adams on 17 June 1862, first adjustable handcuff, previously size had been fixed (Darby style most common). Ratchet design. Made in USA.

Dates

  • Approximately 1862 (Creation)
  • Not earlier than 1862 - Not later than 1865 (Use)

Identifiers

  • Accession Number: 6301.38

Holding Type: 3D Objects

Quantity: 1 item

Format

  • Content Category: artifacts

Measurements

  • 10 5/8 inches length (overall, stretched straight)
  • 4 inches width (in locked position)

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Civil War prisoner handcuffs

Collections items are not for sale.
A reproduction can be purchased.