Great Early Pair of T. Froggatt Darby Leg Irons Hand Cuffs,Circa 1850's - 1860's

Description

ARTIFACT: Great, early pair of T. Froggatt Darby leg irons Hand Cuffs, circa 1850's - 1860's with original key suspended from thin rope. The heavy leg irons are joined with a link chain that features a swivel in the center, the key turns into the cuff like a screw and once all the way in, the cuff opens up.
VINTAGE: Circa 1850's - 1860's
SIZE: Approximately Total length: 20"; Cuff: 4" x 4"; Key: 2-5/8" x 1-1/2"
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Cast iron, rope
ATTACHMENT: Screw key
MARKINGS: "T. FROGGATT"
ITEM NOTES: This is from a police and law enforcement collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay 04/13/20 MBJJX16 LGGEX2/16 pdu00000fli
CONDITION: 8+ (Excellent): The leg irons show moderate wear/age, original key intact and irons are in working condition, overall excellent condition.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.