Mid-20th Century Silver-Detailed Spurs – Masterpiece of Western Craftsmanship
Exemplifying the golden era of spur-making with hand-forged precision and artisanal embellishments
 
Key Features & Authenticity
 
Materials & Construction:
Forged steel core with applied silver details, showcasing the transition from utilitarian to decorative ranch gear in the 1940s–1960s.
 
Single spur with consistent patina.
 
Design Elements:
Engraved geometric motifs: Common in Mexican-influenced spurs.
Functional shanks and 8-point rowels, balancing control and aesthetics for working cowboys.
 
Provenance Indicators:
Pre-1970s traits: Lack of stainless steel (adopted later).
 
Dual Purpose: Designed for both ranch work and rodeo showmanship, reflecting mid-century Western culture.
 
Condition
Surface: Natural oxidation on steel with intact silver accents (minor wear expected).