A Pair of South American Stirrups - Stirrup426 indian "It closes with a buckle

"It closes with a buckle

this is the revised edition published by Country Life in 1951

The curved tin has a double hinge and a gilt washed interior

This large bit has a half twisted or reversible straight mouthpiece

There is also a glossary of Spanish and English equestrian terms used in this study

A Pair of South American Stirrups - Stirrup426 indian "It closes with a buckleThese stirrups are made of a white metal, probably Alpacca or a similar nickel alloy. The footplates or treads taper towards the front, each has a large circular drainage hole. The semi circular sides of the stirrup have scallopped edges and two petal shaped holes. There is an arch with a suspension loop across each top. Dimensions : Width at front 3" (7. 8cm), Width at rear 4" (10cm), height 4" (10cm), length of tread 4" (1cm)Weight : 757g (1lb 10oz)