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Name/TitlePair of pony shoes on hooves

About this objectUsed by the donor's grandfather (1862-1923). When his favourite pony died, he removed its front hooves, made shoes for them and either plated them or had them plated. They were polished and mounted on red velvet on round wooden plaques. after his death they were given to his granddaughter.

MeasurementsLength of shoes: 4 inches
Width: 4 inches

Object Typehorseshoes

Object numberSTMEA:A.2335

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)

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