Pair of Prick Spurs

North African

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The prick spurs traditionally used in most of the Islamic world evolved directly from late Antique examples. They consist of straight U-shaped branches bearing a very long prick with a disc at its base. The flat loop at the top of the heel is used for attaching the strap going around the ankle.

Pair of Prick Spurs, Iron alloy, gold, North African

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Pair of Prick Spurs, Iron alloy, gold, North African
Pair of Prick Spurs, Iron alloy, gold, North African

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