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Horse bit
Object name
Horse bit
Date
1760-1783
Medium
Iron
Dimensions
Overall: 9 1/4 x 4 1/4 in. ( 23.5 x 10.8 cm )
Description
Iron horse bit excavated at the British military camp on the Dyckman farm in Washington Heights, Manhattan.
Object Number
1947.597
Gallery Label
This horse bit was excavated by the Field Exploration Committee at the British camp on the Dyckman farm, between Seaman and Payson Avenues and 204th Street, in Washington Heights. The horse that wore this bit was owned by a British or Hessian officer, or was used to transport artillery and supplies.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
