Heavy Antique Indian Curb Bit - Bit760 sandwich There is a rein chain

There is a rein chain attached to each cheek - these are of different designs

total Rings 2⅜" (6cm)Weight : 175g (6¼oz)

this was possibly the B

It has a leather and oak strap

Heavy Antique Indian Curb Bit - Bit760 sandwich There is a rein chainThis is an old Indian steel bit with a dark patina. It is larger and heavier than most similar Indian bits. It has a central arch or port with ridges or points on its top. The port has incised geometric decoration on both sides, the ends of the port protrude below the mouthpiece of the bit, they have square ridged terminals. The bars of the mouthpiece are rectangular in section, they have serrations along their length. The cheeks of the bit curve