RecordPiece of a temporary horseshoe< 1 of 1 > Back From Newstead, Roxburghshire
Piece of a temporary horseshoeTemporary horseshoes, also known as hipposandals, were used by the Romans for temporary protection on horses' hooves. This iron piece was found during excavations of the Roman fort at Newstead in Roxburghshire. The temporary horseshoe is incomplete, and the hook at the higher end is broken off. Since horses were not normally ridden over hard ground, most went unshod. The Romans sometimes fitted temporary horseshoes, which were folded rather than nailed around the hoof, when rough and hard ground had to be crossed. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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