Antique Hand Forged Single 8 Point Western Iron Spur with Hand Crafted Strap

Spur c. 19th Century (The strap is contemporary.)

Beautiful Details!

6.75" x 3.5" x 1.5"

By tradition old trail riders had the understanding that when they perished they be "planted" with one spur. The remaining spur went to the next of kin or good friend. Later, if necessary, the corpse could be dug up for positive match or whatever.