Rowel Spur (Right)

Datemid-17th century

MediumIron alloy, gold

DimensionsL. 5 in. (12.7 cm); W. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); Diam. of rowel 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 3.4 oz. (96.4 g)

CultureGerman or Netherlandish

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationEquestrian Equipment-Spurs

Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913

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