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Description: | An incomplete iron horseshoe of probable medieval to post medieval date (c. 1250 - 1550). The horseshoe exhibits similarities to Clark's "Later medieval" Type 4 with a broad web (maximum width 39.76mm) and slightly tapered heel. Only one branch of the horseshoe remains, terminating in an old break at either end. No calkin is visible. There are four rectangular nail holes visible, none of which retains a nail.The horseshoe measures 87.43mm in length, is 39.76mm wide, 4.02mm thick and weighs 37.45g.Cf. Clark, J, 2004, The Medieval Horse and its Equipment, Museum of London Press, London, p. 88 - 89.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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