Medieval, Crusaders Era Iron Knight's Prick Spur
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Knight's Prick Spur, a medieval iron prick spur from the Crusaders Era, dating to the 12th–13th century AD, in good condition with a length of approximately 127 mm, authentic original artefact.
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Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Medieval iron prick spur, hand-forged wrought iron. It features a curved, slender U-shaped heel-band with rounded terminals with a pin to attach straps and a short neck with a pyramid shaped prick.
-> Prick spurs of this type were used by mounted Medieval knights and riders in the early to high medieval period. Their simple pointed terminals intended to give precise cues to the horse. Before the widespread adoption of rowel spurs, this pointed form was the standard type used by horsemen, including warriors and members of the mounted elite.. A characteristic example of medieval equestrian equipment.
Length: ± 127 mm
Condition: good, solid and stable condition. Signs of wear consistent with an ancient iron artefact.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> Spurs were an important part of medieval riding equipment and are closely linked with the development of cavalry, chivalry, and mounted status. In practical terms they allowed the rider to communicate more precisely with the horse, but they also carried social meaning. Possession of spurs, especially in martial contexts, could reflect the identity and rank of a mounted individual.
The prick spur is the earlier medieval type, characterised by a fixed pointed projection rather than a rotating rowel. Such spurs were widely used across Europe for centuries before later forms became dominant. Objects such as this provide a direct connection to medieval horsemanship and the material culture of travel, warfare, and elite riding tradition.
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
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-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Medieval iron prick spur, hand-forged wrought iron. It features a curved, slender U-shaped heel-band with rounded terminals with a pin to attach straps and a short neck with a pyramid shaped prick.
-> Prick spurs of this type were used by mounted Medieval knights and riders in the early to high medieval period. Their simple pointed terminals intended to give precise cues to the horse. Before the widespread adoption of rowel spurs, this pointed form was the standard type used by horsemen, including warriors and members of the mounted elite.. A characteristic example of medieval equestrian equipment.
Length: ± 127 mm
Condition: good, solid and stable condition. Signs of wear consistent with an ancient iron artefact.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> Spurs were an important part of medieval riding equipment and are closely linked with the development of cavalry, chivalry, and mounted status. In practical terms they allowed the rider to communicate more precisely with the horse, but they also carried social meaning. Possession of spurs, especially in martial contexts, could reflect the identity and rank of a mounted individual.
The prick spur is the earlier medieval type, characterised by a fixed pointed projection rather than a rotating rowel. Such spurs were widely used across Europe for centuries before later forms became dominant. Objects such as this provide a direct connection to medieval horsemanship and the material culture of travel, warfare, and elite riding tradition.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/timeframe
12th - 13th century AD
Name of object
Knight's Prick Spur
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2025
Material
Iron
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
