Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

Date16th century

MediumSteel

DimensionsH. 24 1/2 in. (62.2 cm); W. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm); D. 5 in. (12.7 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 12 oz. (1247.4 g)

CultureGerman

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationEquestrian Equipment-Shaffrons

Gift of Prince Albrecht Radziwill, 1927

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