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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—I

Iron-hand

or the Iron-hander. Goetz von Berlichingen (Godfrey of Berlichingen), who lost his right hand at the siege of Landshut, and had one made of iron to supply its place. (1480-1562.) (See Silver-Hand.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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