Unique Horse Ornaments from Ancient Japan

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These ornaments were placed on horses during the Kofun period in Japanese history. They are made from various types of metals, and they would have projected the power of the rider. They date from the 5th and 6th century CE. (Tokyo National Museum)

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Wiener, J. B. (2018, January 10). Unique Horse Ornaments from Ancient Japan. World History Encyclopedia. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7867/unique-horse-ornaments-from-ancient-japan/

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Wiener, James Blake. "Unique Horse Ornaments from Ancient Japan." World History Encyclopedia, January 10, 2018. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7867/unique-horse-ornaments-from-ancient-japan/.

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Wiener, James Blake. "Unique Horse Ornaments from Ancient Japan." World History Encyclopedia, 10 Jan 2018, https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7867/unique-horse-ornaments-from-ancient-japan/.

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