Antique Confederate Cavalry Horse Bit by Tredegar

This antique Confederate cavalry horse bit, attributed to the Tredegar Iron Works and dating to circa 1862, is a rare and evocative artifact from the American Civil War. Tredegar, located in Richmond, Virginia, was the primary supplier of iron goods to the Confederacy, making this piece a significant example of Southern wartime manufacturing. Measuring 8 inches long, the bit shows signs of use and age consistent with field conditions. A remarkable find for collectors of Civil War militaria, Confederate artifacts, or 19th-century equestrian gear.

• Condition: Good overall condition; general wear; kindly see photos
• Measurements: 8 inches long
• Dates to: Circa 1862
• Signed: N/A