Name/TitleHorse Bit

About this objectThe bit consists of 2 bars, joined in the centre by a ring, from which was suspended a loop with three pendants and suspension ring. There were side bars with attachment rings. This was used in horse breaking. The pendants caused a flow of saliva said to lessen friction.

MeasurementsBit bars: 3 1/4 inches long and 1 inch thick
Center ring: 1 1/4 inch diameter
Pendants inc. suspension ring: 1 1/2 inches long
Side bars: 6 1/4 inches long
Attachment rings: 2 1/4 inches diameter

Object Typehorse-breaking bit

Object numberSTMEA:A.1628

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)