Name/TitleHorse Bit
About this objectThe bit consists of two massive bars, joined in the centre by a ring. From this was suspended a loop with four pendants which included a suspension ring. This bit was used for horse breaking. The pendants caused a flow of saliva said to lessen friction.
MeasurementsLength: 310mm
Width (top): 160mm
Width (middle): 35mm
Object Typehorse-breaking bit
Object numberSTMEA:A.1627
Copyright Licence
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
