An Excavated 17th Century Rowel Spur - Spur286 snaffle they would pass below the

they would pass below the rider's ankle bone

Dimensions : Handle : 4" (10cm) Length (not including keeper) 17½" (44

There are no maker's stamps

5cm (8") not including rein loops

This handforged bit made of steel

An Excavated 17th Century Rowel Spur - Spur286 snaffle they would pass below theThis spur has a revolving rowel which is fixed in place. The rowel has five leaf shaped points, two of these are broken. The neck starts with a rounded piece then angles sharply downwards. The heel bands are slightly curved to accommodate the rider's ankle bone. There may have been a double eyelet on each of the arms, but only a single round opening remains on eachThis spur has a dark pitted surface but it is stable. Dimensions : 125mm (5")long Width