An Antique Hanoverian Pelham Horse Bit - Bit182 spurs In this example there is

In this example there is a ring shaped silver handle with twisted decoration

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There are swivelling loops and chains at the ends of the cheeks to attach to reins

There would have been a double eyelet on each of the arms which would have attached to hooks and a buckle

An Antique Hanoverian Pelham Horse Bit - Bit182 spurs In this example there isA straight cheeked Hanoverian Pelham bit . It is made from steel, this has a dark aged patina with a little pittingThe bit has a medium port which is hinged, but has fused in position. There are six cherry rollers, which all turn. The original 19th Century curb hooks are still present. Dimensions : Mouthpiece 4" (12cm), total cheek length 6" (17cm)Weight : 442g (15oz)