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Snaffle Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal snaffle bit with two large circular rings on either end, connected by a long, thin piece of metal with a small ring in the center; metal has a textured, rough surface; background is a solid light gray color. Snaffle Bit.

Artwork Details

Date
9th–11th century
Medium
Iron
Culture
German
Dimensions
599 × 428 px
Public Domain
Yes
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