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52/204
[nb-NO]Description[nb-NO]
This buckle was found in the donor's garden. It may have been used for the girth of a carthorse, probably to tighten the girth and hold the pad or cart saddle in position. It likely originates from no later than the 18th century, and is possibly older.
[nb-NO]Physical description[nb-NO]
1 horse buckle
[nb-NO]Archival history[nb-NO]
Letter, P. Chantler to Higgs, 6th Sept, 1952 - Mr Chantler states that there has been a house in the location from 'mediaeval times', so the buckle may even be much older than 18th century.
[nb-NO]Date[nb-NO]
1700-01-01 - 1799-12-31
[nb-NO]Production period[nb-NO]
Eighteenth century
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