Darby Handcuffs, Airdrie, around 1850

The single-locking, non-adjustable Darby Cuffs were the most common type of Victorian handcuff. When not in use they would hang from a robust leather police belt. Part of the Airdrie Museum Collection.

Museum reference:
MLC-1991-468
Associated with:
Victorian · Airdrie Burgh Police · Airdrie, Scotland · Association with Airdrie Burgh Police likely but not certain.


Dimensions:
height: 236mm
width: 78mm
Materials:
Steel
Inscriptions:
8

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