A Pair of Monogrammed Conquistador Stirrups - Stirrup390 american It is not stamped with

It is not stamped with any maker's mark

exposing it to the elements

The suspension arch forms ribs which wrap around the sides of the stirrup

The ring has nine rollers on it

and as it should beby John Philipson

A Pair of Monogrammed Conquistador Stirrups - Stirrup390 american It is not stamped withThese shoe shaped stirrups are made of brass with a dark patina. They come from South America. They are known as "Conquistador" stirrups, but they probably date from the 19th Century. The shape would protect the rider's feet from injury. Both stirrups are decorated with a buckle pattern on the front and a mask with a feathered headdress on each side . There is a monogram "CR" under each suspension loop. There are two triangular drainage holes in the