Hi all,
On a trip to Williamsburg, Virginia, I noticed a few criminal justice/ punishment items in several museums that I thought I would share with you. I find it amazing how inaccurate the descriptions are of many of these items on display.
I will post some of these other items and jail house pictures another day.
Mark
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Now back in France and am gradually trying to sort out things. Was interested in the name Williamsburg as I remember two items from the PM Broach collection.
Item LR45 described as a massive Williamsburg leg iron. It is made of wrought iron approx. 3/4" thick. Each leg cuff is secured by a padlock and has four 7 1/4 long links of iron joined by a 3 3/4" ring, the hammered work on these leg irons is simply beautiful. Price $200
Item LR46 another massive Williamsburg leg iron. This one consists of only two links on each cuff but each link is 18" long held by a 3 3/4" ring. Numbers LR45 and 46 were undoubtedly made by the same craftsman and would be a prize for any serious collection. Price $200
What I do not understand is why he calls them Williamsburg but says the are British??
Also the price was high compared to say the McKenzie Mitts at only $125
Any thoughts.
Chris