Pair of South American "Conquistador" Stirrups - Stirrup424 latin america This old snaffle bit has

This old snaffle  bit has round wire bit rings

I have seen similar bits described as "tickler" bits

Each closes with a flap and the contents would be secured inside with three leather loops

8cm (approx 2¼")

When it is harvested

Pair of South American "Conquistador" Stirrups - Stirrup424 latin america This old snaffle bit hasThese shoe shaped stirrups are made of brass . They come from South America. They are known as "Conquistador" stirrups, but they actually date from the 19th or early 20th Century. The shape would protect the rider's feet from injury. They have engraved decoration on their fronts. There is one round drainage hole in the base of each stirrup. They been used, the suspension arches show some wear. Dimensions : External Width 3" (9cm), height 4" (11. 5cm),