Box Spur
Artist/Culture
Jurst & Co.
(Austrian)
Datelate 1800s
Mediumsilver and steel
Dimensions8.9 x 6.2 cm (3 1/2 x 2 7/16 in.)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Markings"Jurst & Co." stamped on outside of one branch, Double headed eagle symbol on the other. "62" stamped inside.
Credit LineBequest of Stephen Salisbury III
Object number1906.13
DescriptionSilver or silver-plated mainpiece, blued steel rowel, steel heel-spike.Label TextBox spurs were inserted into the heel of the rider's boot or shoe, rather than being strapped to the foot. This one may have been used by Stephen Salisbury III, founder of the Worcester Art Museum.ProvenanceStephen Salisbury
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1700s