Name/TitleArch bit
About this objectThis was used by the donor's father, at Mendlesham, from the 19th century onwards. It was used to hold the tongue to prevent the horse slipping the bit.
Made of Iron.
MakerGeorge Seaman
Date Made19th century
Place MadeIpswich
Medium and MaterialsMade of iron.
MeasurementsLength: 7 1/4 inches
Tongue loop: 3 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches
Object Typebit
Object numberSTMEA:A.1136
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
