Vintage burgundy leather keyring with horse motif, retro equestrian silver-plated metal

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Description

This antique keychain, dedicated to the equestrian world, features careful craftsmanship combining a burgundy leather base and metallic ornamentation. The main visible part is a rigid, smooth leather tab, elongated in shape and rounded at the base. A metal snap button holds the upper part, where an intermediate ring is attached.

On the front, a decorative medallion in silver-plated metal catches the eye: it depicts a stylized horse head, framed by a horseshoe. This embossed motif is rooted in the tradition of equestrian accessories and recalls the classic themes of saddlery and equine craftsmanship. The details of the horse – mane, eye, nostrils – are finely engraved, while the horseshoe features a characteristic dotted texture.

The upper attachment consists of a robust metal carabiner with a matte finish, combined with a wavy link, allowing the keychain to be attached to a belt, bag, or set of keys. The ensemble gives the object a retro look, reinforced by the choice of burgundy leather, a shade often used in accessories from the 60s to 80s.

The leather has a smooth appearance, with no apparent cracks, and regular tone-on-tone stitching visible around the edge of the piece. The snap button and metal elements show a slight patina, typical of antique objects, but no major defects are visible on the side shown.

No marks or inscriptions are legible on the visible side of the object. The simple and elegant design, combined with the horse/horseshoe motif, makes it a prized decorative accessory in the equestrian and vintage world.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible side is in good overall condition, with a light patina on the metal and well-preserved leather.

Did you know? The horseshoe motif is traditionally considered a lucky charm in many European cultures. Associated with the horse's head, it also symbolizes loyalty and strength, values dear to the equestrian world.

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