Item No. 1594482

Original Civil War U.S. Model 1859 cavalry curb bit forged from heavy iron, complete with its high port mouthpiece and rein rings. This standard-issue Union cavalry bit features one surviving lead-filled cast brass oval “US” bit boss riveted to the exterior cheekpiece, while the opposite cheekpiece displays the vacant rivet mounting holes where its corresponding boss was lost.

In relic condition with an uncleaned, dark brown iron patina and surface pittingl. The iron frame, mouth port, and lower rein rings remain structurally solid. The remaining brass "US" boss displays a rich, dark natural bronze patina with clear raised lettering. Measures approximately 5.5 inches in overall width. From the estate of a Texas relic collector.