York, 16-22 Coppergate
Spurs

1. (left) Late 11th century
Arms curve gently to fit around the wearer's ankle. They have figure-8 shaped terminals by which they were attached to the spur leathers. The goad is octahedral. The spur is plated with tin-lead alloy.
Dimensions: L.119, W.118mm

2. (right) Late 11th century
One arm largely missing. The surviving arm is straight and has a rectangular terminal which is pierced twice; there are rivets with brass heads in situ. The goad is octahedral. The spur is plated with tin.
Dimensions: L.134mm

Bibliography :
Ottaway, P. and Rogers, N.S.H., 2002. Craft and Industry, and Everyday Life : Finds from Medieval York, The Archaeology of York 17/15
Location and accession details
:
York Archaeological Trust 1976-81.7, 1. sf4330, 2. sf4370

(Photo: S. I. Hill © York Archaeological Trust)

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