Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), early 16th century

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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), early 16th century, Turkish or Iranian, Steel, copper alloy, H. 20 in. ( cm); W. 9 1/2 in. ( cm); Wt. 1 lb. 11 oz. (735 g), Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons, The engraved decoration includes quotations in Persian from Bustan, a famous collection of virtuous stories by the thirteenth-century poet Sa'di: 'May the world comply with your wishes and heaven be your friend; May the creator of the world be your guardian

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