Saxon & Medieval — Saxo-Norman; early 11th century
Bit, snaffle bit
Mouth piece from a horse bit, made of iron links. This bit is of a type found in Scandinavia, and may have been brought to London by Danish attackers or settlers.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- A1477
- Object name:
- bit, snaffle bit
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- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- Saxo-Norman; early 11th century
- Material:
iron, copper alloy
- Measurements/duration:
- L 344 mm, W 35 mm (overall)
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- On display:
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- Record quality:
- 80%
- Part of this object:
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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