Cavalry Brooch Spur – Oliver Cromwell, New Model Army – Wrought Iron – Early Period

First half of the 17th century – England This wrought iron pin spur is characteristic of 17th century cavalry. Its aggressive design, with a long, sharp shaft, is indicative of military use, allowing riders to firmly control their mounts on the battlefield. This type of spur was commonly used by soldiers of Oliver Cromwell's New Model Army, the Parliamentarian army during the English Civil War (1642–1651). The English Civil War and Cromwell's Army The English Civil War was a major conflict between the Royalist forces, loyal to King Charles I, and the Parliamentarians led by Oliver Cromwell. The latter organized a revolutionary army, the New Model Army, whose organization and discipline allowed him to triumph. Parliamentarian cavalrymen, often called “Ironsides,” were equipped with robust weapons and accessories, such as this pinned spur, designed for optimal control of mounts during charges and tactical maneuvers. A valuable iconographic reference The iconography of this spur is supported by a lithograph made in 1860 by Beatrice J. Hopkins, representing a similar model, referenced as belonging to a cavalryman in Cromwell’s army. This illustration, taken from an archaeological work, confirms the typology of this object as belonging to the repertoire of 17th-century military equipment. Dimensions • Total length: 31 cm Shipping: fast and secure via DHL Express, ensuring that this unique and characterful piece arrives in optimal conditions.