Rowel Spur

Unknown

early 19th century · Iron alloy · Arms and Armor

This type of spur was attached directly to the shoe or boot's heel by means of a small pointed prong in the curve of the branches (lost here) and two screws on the sides.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 19th century

Medium

Iron alloy

Culture

European

Department

Arms and Armor

Credit line

Gift of Bashford Dean, 1923