Antique English Horse Brass Ornament

Description

In medieval England, decorative horse brasses were in use before the 12th century, serving as talismans and status symbols, but … more In medieval England, decorative horse brasses were in use before the 12th century, serving as talismans and status symbols, but extensive, original research by members of the National Horse Brass Society has shown that there is no connection whatsoever between these bronze amulets to the working-class harness decorations used in the mid-19th century which developed as part of a general flowering of the decorative arts following the Great Exhibition. Highly collectible, they display year-round on door knobs, wreaths, etc. and make great gift tags! Horse brass easily kept shiny with silver or brass polish. less