Pair of Rowel Spurs

Date17th century

MediumIron alloy

DimensionsSpur (a); L. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm); W. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); Diam. of rowel 2 3/8 in. (6 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 8.8 oz. (703.1 g); spur (b); L. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm); W. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); Diam. of rowel 2 3/8 in. (6 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 10.4 oz. (748.4 g)

CultureGerman or Spanish

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationEquestrian Equipment-Spurs

Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913

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