Antique Mexican Ring Bit - Bit386 ottoman The soles of the stirrups

The soles of the stirrups are wooden - probably elm

and crossed lances

The plating is pitted on one corner of one arm of the right spur

There are two rectangular holes in the mouthpiece

Antique Mexican Ring Bit - Bit386 ottoman The soles of the stirrupsAn old steel ring bit. This severe mouthpiece with its high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a "Mameluke" bit. This example is handforged in iron or steel which has acquired a dark patina. The bit has a high port with a central copper rollers. A slightly egg shaped ring hangs from the top of the port. There is a notch in this ring. The cheeks are curved and have holes which would have held chainsThere is a curved slobber or shackle