Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
(2) Vintage Show Horse Bits, One Fancy Spade Bit
- Price realized
- $400
- Pre-sale estimate
- $200 – $400
- Hammer price
- $325
- Category
- Equestrian & Riding Equipment
- Sold
- July 11, 2026
- Sale
- DAY 2-JULY 2026 | TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER PART 2
Lot description
(lot of 2) Horse Bits: (1) Silver overlay ported bit, 8" foliate engraved cheekpieces, the 5" copper spade mouthpiece with roller is marked "Mexico", the engraving continued on the slobber bar, the bit retains a curb chain joined to the bridle rings with leather buckles marked "Mexico", no maker mark observed; (1) Silver mounted curb horse bit, 9" straight cheekpieces each with 7 foliate engraved conchos, the largest one approx.1.75" diameter, 5" mouthpiece, the foliate engraving is continued on the slobber bar, no maker mark observed, for shipping largest measurements approx. 2.;75" x 10" x 6.25", 2.6lbs
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.