Cage stirrups Origin ... age?

Jim McDougall · 20th January 2013, 08:12 PM

I have no particular knowledge on stirrups, but think Fernando's assessment of 19th century most likely, and these are not military. If noticed between the two, the shape of the fixture to affix the strap is different, and most importantly the design within the footplate is quite different. It almost would suggest the nature of cattle brands or ranch insignia, and the developed basket guard may suggest Spanish influence, as these kinds of guards were popular in New Spain in the early 19th century on what became known as 'round tang' espada anchas.
The use of brands were common in Spanish estancias in the Southwest in these times, and perhaps these designs could be associated? The only reference I have to listings of these is unfortunately not at hand, but as always we hope some of the countless readers out there who do have such knowledge might be compelled to share this information.

20th January 2013, 08:12 PM	#3
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,192	I have no particular knowledge on stirrups, but think Fernando's assessment of 19th century most likely, and these are not military. If noticed between the two, the shape of the fixture to affix the strap is different, and most importantly the design within the footplate is quite different. It almost would suggest the nature of cattle brands or ranch insignia, and the developed basket guard may suggest Spanish influence, as these kinds of guards were popular in New Spain in the early 19th century on what became known as 'round tang' espada anchas. The use of brands were common in Spanish estancias in the Southwest in these times, and perhaps these designs could be associated? The only reference I have to listings of these is unfortunately not at hand, but as always we hope some of the countless readers out there who do have such knowledge might be compelled to share this information.