Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
By TimeLine Auctions Ltd.
May 31, 2019
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom

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LOT 2785:

Medieval Horse Bridle Bit Collection


Start price:
£ 5
Estimated price :
$100 - $140
Buyer's Premium: 30%
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Auction took place on May 31, 2019 at TimeLine Auctions Ltd.
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Medieval Horse Bridle Bit Collection
11th-14th century AD
A group of five iron snaffle bits, some with cheek-pieces and rings for attachment of reins. 768 grams total, 17-21cm (6 3/4 - 8 1/4"). Fair condition. [5, No Reserve]
Provenance
Property of a European collector; formerly in an old European collection formed in the 1980s.
Literature
See Clark, J. (ed.) The Medieval Horse and its Equipment, London, 2004 for discussion.