PAIR OF C. 1880 BRITISH “MAXWELL” BOX SPURS

PAIR OF C. 1880 BRITISH “MAXWELL” BOX SPURS

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Item Code: 2024-612

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Offered here is a matched pair of brass “box” spurs. The term “box” spur is derived from the use of small metal box inlet into the heel of a boot into which the central metal prong between the side bars of the spur is inserted and held by a spring or by spring tension. This eliminated the need for spur straps and made it easier to remove the spurs when dismounted.

This pair is brass with brass rowels, cast as sunbursts. Both spurs are marked “[broad arrow] / Maxwell” on the long neck. Arms feature a faux screw head at the ends. Each has an iron prong that is stamped “161 PICCADILLY / LONDON” along with corresponding “LEFT” or “RIGHT”.

These were made by Henry Maxwell of London, a spur-making firm founded in 1750 that expanded into other horse gear, exhibited at the 1851 Great Exhibition, and is credited by some with invention of the box spur in the very early 1800s.

These are in very good condition with a mellow tone, no bends, functional rowels, and just light wear.  They would look great with a late 19th century to WW1 cavalry officer’s grouping.    [jet][ph:L]

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