June 21, 2025 Old West Events Auction in Santa Fe, NM

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This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/21/2025

A standing eagle with Federal shield pattern spade bit unmarked and attributed to Jose Tapia. Unique engraving on the eagle tail, scroll flourish at the top above the eagle engraved conchos, the slobber bar has a spread wing eagle at the center. This bit has been over cleaned but still shows a strong crisp engraving. The engraved eagle conchos do appear to have been replaced or re-attached at some point. Spanish style roller rein chains. On a newer floral tooled bridle.

Item Dimensions: 29" L.

Bidding Current Bidding Minimum Bid: $5,000.00 Final prices include buyers premium: Estimate: $10,000 - $14,000 Number Bids: 2	Auction closed on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

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