Here is a fine, original US cavalry curb bit of the pattern 1859 from the Gettysburg battlefield. Adopted by the U.S. Army in January 1859, the iron curb bit debuted at the same time as the McCellan saddle. This non-maker marked piece of Federal horse equipment came from the renowned Rosensteel collection of Gettysburg. Bit is marked with government inspector initials “WMF” (William M. Folger) lightly stamped into the metal just below the upper cheek strap slot on one side branch.

In overall fine complete condition, this artifact has an iron surface slightly pockmarked with rust pitting and bears a mellow dark brown patina overall. Specimen, which is tight and strong, has a # 3 port size or arch in the center of the mouth piece bar. Curb bit also retains its two lower rein rings and the slobber bar. In addition, this bit still retains both original US brass ‘bosses’ on the cheek or side branches, as well as the curb chain hook.

This fine example of Federal horse equipment from the famous Rosensteel Collection at Gettysburg would make an outstanding addition to any Civil War cavalry collection or Gettysburg display.   [ra]

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