Medieval Iron Rowel Spur Collection
Circa 13th-16th century A.D. Comprising examples of various types, including some retaining the rowel, buckle and other fitting elements. Cf. similar specimen in the British Museum, inventory no.1856,0701.2540, dated 1250-1350 A.D.; also Clark, J., The Medieval Horse and its Equipment, London, 1995, pp.133-136, in particular no.322 and no.326. 249 grams total, 11.5-15 cm (4 1/2 - 6 in.).

Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.

The early rowel spurs had short necks and small four-six or seven point star rowels, while four rowels were uncommon. After c.1350 the multipoint rowel became voguish though the former shapes continued. [4]