Hiller Lock - not Beethoven's hair (IMAGE) University of Cambridge Caption The Hiller Lock, which the study found did not come from Beethoven but a woman, with inscription by former owner Paul Hiller. Credit Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies, San Jose State University. Photo by William Meredith. Usage Restrictions Credit must be given in full as indicated. Image only for editorial use in connection with this specific story. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.