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Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900
Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900

Spade Horse Bit by Jose or Jesus Tapia - Circa 1900

$ 660

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Modified Item: Yes
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Culture: Western Americana
  • Modification Description: Restoration
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • Condition: Used. Not new. See description for details.
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    DESCRIPTION:
    Presented for your consideration is a rare bit attributed as being made by the Tapia's. This old spade has been restored, the mouth has also been replaced. In spite of that, the bit is uniquely stylistic with curves and silver inlays and high domed, scalloped edge conchos. Jose Tapia didn't mark his work and Jesus Tapia marked very few of the pieces. However the quality of their work is easily recognized by knowledgeable collectors.
    MAKER:
    Unmarked but attributed to Jose Tapia (1831-1902) or Jesus Tapia (1856-1931).
    APPROX AGE:
    Circa 1900.
    SIZE: It has a 5 inch mouth piece.
    CONDITION:
    Has been restored.
    Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.
    This is a collectible old bit that could also be used and it would go perfect in your collection!
    Remember, we take returns for 30 days (just in case you are not satisfied in any way) We stand behind what we sell and want you to be happy!
    Items listed here are also available on our own website and other places so we reserve the right to end an item at any time since it may have sold elsewhere.
    We also hold many auctions throughout the year. They are "live auctions" at our physical location and are also simulcast online. Check them out at Western Trading
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