Jewelry

Spur fragment with animal head ends

Number of tool A11429:56

  • Description of use A fragment of a spur with animal head ends and an incised diamond pattern. In cross-section, the spur is segment-shaped. Such spurs were a type of men's jewelry, worn one on each hand.
  • Place of archaeological excavation Mežotne Hillfort
Material Bronze
Date 11th - 13th century
Location National History Museum of Latvia