Lot 507
Shackles, Bar Variety, c. 19th Century. Wrought iron shackles with a 12½" long bar running through two U-shaped iron pieces, through which the slave's ankles were placed. These were used on slave ships. The consignor tells us that these shackles came from West Africa, the origination point of shipping for the "Middle Passage," the transatlantic journey for slaves that lasted from five weeks to three months.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
From an African American dealer who specializes in African-American memorabilia.
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