Horse Trapping Ornament

possibly Roman

possibly ca. 300 CE

Not on view

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Title: Horse Trapping Ornament
Date: possibly ca. 300 CE
Culture: possibly Roman
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: L. 2 in. (5.1 cm); W. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 2.3 oz. (65.2 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment
Credit Line: Gift of Stephen V. Grancsay, 1942
Object Number: 42.50.526
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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