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Two Shackles
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Two Shackles

anonymous · 1820 - 1858 · iron (metal); paint (coating)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Two linked harp clasps, each with two chain links at the end. The locking pins have no threads but are riveted. The whole is painted black. This type of harp clasp was used for harness chains.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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fastening
Credit lineTwo Shackles. 1820 - 1858. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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