Snaffle Bit

late 12th–13th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 377

Gilt bronze bits are extremely rare; usually, they were iron. This example probably was part of an elaborate set of ceremonial horse trappings.

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Title: Snaffle Bit
Date: late 12th–13th century
Culture: Japanese
Medium: Bronze, gold
Dimensions: W. of mouthpiece 5 1/8 in. (13 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 4 oz. (567 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Bits
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1928
Object Number: 28.60.4
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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