11th-14th century AD. An iron curb-bit set comprising the square-section bit with looped ends attached to lateral ring and the two curved cheek-pieces each with hoops to the upper end, one with linkage and ring. Cf. Wheeler, M. London Museum Medieval Catalogue, London, 1940, p.77-9. 270 grams, 48cm (18 3/4"). Property of a gentleman; acquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s. [No Reserve] Fair condition.