Bit

Object/Artifact

Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Bit

Entry/Object ID

PM.2002.6

Description

Horse bit, wrought iron, center frame has two square-shaped cross bars with curved piece on each side: t-shape near front, star-shaped opening at front has large ring inserted through it, t-shape pieces have round openings at front and back, one side has small round ring in front, back has a small round ring, three s-shape links and a larger ring at end, other side has s-shape link, oval ring and a figure eight link.

Collection

Philipsburg Manor Object Collection

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

3-5/16 in

Width

5 in

Length

20 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 3 5/16 x 5 x 20 in. (8.4 x 12.7 x 50.8 cm)

Material

Iron Wrought

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: Large amounts of rusted and pitted areas throughout.

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