Spur, one of a pair
Date1760-1780
OriginAmerica (possibly)
MediumSilver; steel
DimensionsL: 6"; W: 2 1/2".
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1952-291,2
DescriptionSpur. Short, U-shaped heel band, the cyma-curved shank with steel rowel of 8 short points. To each end of heel band is fastened a triple chain, one terminating in a round button or stud, the other in a round button or stud and an oblong buckle with single prong.Mark(s)Inside heel: indistict initials in rectangle.ProvenanceEx collection: Garvan Collection, Yale University
1760-1780
1770-1790
1770-1790
1775-1780
1760-1775
4th quarter 18th c.