Riding spurs

Foto: AMHMiddle Age

Hamburg Archaeological Museum
Hamburg, Germany

In the Middle Ages, a squire received a pair of spurs when he was knighted as a sign of his new honour. But only by proving his worth in a battle or a tournament could he win his spurs. The iron prick-spur with elaborate gilding is outstanding due to its precious design.

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Title: Riding spurs
Creator: Foto: AMH
Date: Middle Age
Location: Hamburg-Altstadt, Große Reichenstraße
Provenance: Stiftung Historische Museen Hamburg, Hamburg Museum
Type: Spur
Medium: Bronze, Iron

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