**Collection:** Prehistory and Historical Archeology Dept. **Inv.-No.:** [MA-145.3](https://www.online.landessammlungen-noe.at/objects/252330) **Material:** Iron **Dimensions:** 15 x 9,5 cm **Dating:** The iron riding spur or prong spur is characterised by a long stimulus with a pyramidal end. One of the shanks is broken off, while the other ends in a rectangular fastening element. It shows signs of severe corrosion. A spur is a curved piece of metal with a spike or wheel attached to riding boots, which is used when riding to support the leg aids. The spur can be used in two different ways: on the one hand, the use of the spur enables more precise signalling, and on the other hand, it can be used as a means of forcing the horse to obey. This object was digitized through the ‘Kulturerbe digital’ program of the Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service and Sport.