Spur, prick / fragment
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Name/Title
Spur, prick / fragmentEntry/Object ID
X.FRA 501Description
Bronze prick spur fragment with portion of leather thong adhering, from the Roman site at Newstead (Trimontium), 80 - 180 ADUse
Spurs were used to help steer, give commands, to the horseContext
The Roman cavalry needed a range of equipment for its horses, some for everyday use and some for ceremonies. Many of the auxiliary troops used local styles of equipment in their harness fittings.Collection
National Museums ScotlandCategory
Horse Harness Equipment
Acquisition
Accession
X.FRA 501Made/Created
Time Period
1st - 2nd centuryEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
EuropeCulture/Tribe
Romano British