Branks

A kind of iron gag, branks were used on suspected witches and as punishment for crimes such as blasphemy, slander and 'scolding'. They were also known as 'witches bridles'. These branks date from the 17th century.

Branks fit over the head, with a projecting plate passing into the mouth over the tongue. These branks have a chain attached.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-354-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MR 24
Date:	17th century
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Dimensions:	192 mm h x 190 mm W x 228 mm Depth
What:	Jougs / collar
Subject:	Instruments, of torture (NMAS Classification)
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Description:	Jougs with a chain
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