Fetterlocks

A fetterlock is a chain or lock fastened around the ankle. These two iron fetterlocks were found in the Old Tolbooth or Heart of Midlothian when it was demolished in 1817. They date from 17th century.

Iron fetterlock found in the Old Tolbooth or Heart of Midlothian when demolished in 1817, 17th century

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Online ID:	000-190-002-298-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 9
Date:	17th century 17th century
Material:	Iron Iron
Dimensions:	150 mm H x 180 mm L 150 mm H x 180 mm L
What:	Fetterlock Fetterlock
Subject:	Instruments, of torture (NMAS Classification) Instruments, of torture (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Midlothian, Edinburgh (Old Tolbooth) Scotland, Midlothian, Edinburgh (Old Tolbooth)
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