SOUTH AMERICAN COIN SILVER BRIDLE

A very showy and robust made bit and bridle This style of Chilean bit is called a "Copa". The bridle itself is totally made of silver, which is characteristic of Chilean bridles. The chain mail type construction of the cheeks is 7/8" and is connected by hinged hangers and round floral conchos. The decorative brow and forehead piece is centered by a cast flourish. The large bit has a 3 - 1/2" concho and a 5 - 3/4" x 3" slobber bar hanger.

EX: Ned & Jody Martin Collection