Rare 11th C. Medieval Iron Prick Spur
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Europe, Medieval period, ca. 11th to 12th century CE. A fabulous cast-iron boot spur meant to be worn while riding a horse. The spur consists of two curved attachment bands, with a double strap loop on one terminal and a single loop on the other, as well as a midpoint which projects outwards with a lengthy prick spike and a square stop ring. Dozens of silver stippled points embellish the exterior of each band, this lavis decoration suggesting that perhaps it was intended for a high-ranking military official. Spurs of this form would have been worn by men and women alike, and would have been utilized for everything from farming and equestrian travel to commanding a war horse to advance on the field of battle. Custom museum-quality display stand included. Size: 4.5" L x 3.375" W x 3" H (11.4 cm x 8.6 cm x 7.6 cm); 4.375" H (11.1 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Houston, Texas, USA collection
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#132975
Provenance: private Houston, Texas, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#132975
Condition
Age-commensurate surface wear and oxidation as expected, slight bending to overall form, small nicks to attachment straps, strap loops, and prick spike, with abrasions and fading to decorative elements, otherwise intact and excellent.
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Rare 11th C. Medieval Iron Prick Spur
Estimate $1,400 - $2,000
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