Rowel Spur

Unknown

18th century · Iron alloy, silver · Arms and Armor

The rowel of this silvered spur can be folded back in its ring when its owner is not riding. This feature prevents the rowel from scratching things (or people) when the wearer is walking.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Iron alloy, silver

Culture

German

Department

Arms and Armor

Credit line

Gift of Stephen V. Grancsay, 1942