Historical information

Are believed to have been worn by a jockey riding horses inthe Orbost district. They were found stored inside a leather valise with other "horse" items which are also believed to have been owned by the jockey.

Significance

Horses played a vital role in the history of Orbost both in agriculture and horse racing.This item is connected to that role.

Physical description

Two pairs of spurs. The spurs are a metal "U" shape with the spurs attached and with leather straps which are designed to buckle over a boot when riding a horse.