Medieval European Iron Spur w/ Buckle
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Description
Western Europe, England, France or Germany, Medieval period, ca. 1200 to 1400 CE. A riding spur forged from iron featuring a spiked rowel and the original buckle. The spiked rowel is held within a short housing and rotates on an axel pin. The slightly curved and arched heel band terminates with curled tips to form loops for suspending the buckle and two hooks that probably connected to a leather strap to adjust the fit. The spur evolved from a singular pointed "prick" to the rowel design by the 10th century and became popular in the 14th century. Spurs became symbols of chivalry and honor for European knights, and disgraced knights would have their spurs broken off by the enemy. Size: 6" L x 4" W (15.2 cm x 10.2 cm)
Provenance: ex-Davis collection, Houston, Texas, acquired before 2013 from various auction houses in London and New York
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#132972
Provenance: ex-Davis collection, Houston, Texas, acquired before 2013 from various auction houses in London and New York
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.
#132972
Condition
Age commensurate surface wear and pitting. Heavy patina throughout. A clear protective coating has been applied to the surface to prevent flaking. Buckle prong is stiff and does not articulate. Rowel still rotates.
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Medieval European Iron Spur w/ Buckle
Estimate $600 - $900
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