Riding EquipmentRoman3rd-4th century CE
Ringed Bridle Bit Decorated with Applique Medallions Depicting Bellerophon and the Chimera
3rd-4th century CE or later
Dimensions
31.6 x 10.5 x 4.4 cm (12 7/16 x 4 1/8 x 1 3/4 in.)
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