Spurs—the inspiration for the shape of our custom precious metal eyewear rivets—have been used by riders since ancient times, with evidence of their use dating back to the 5th century B.C. by the Celts and the Roman Empire. Early spurs were likely made of bone or wood, with iron and bronze versions used by the Romans. Spanish explorers brought their elaborate spur designs to the Americas in the 15th century. These designs heavily influenced the development of modern spurs used by vaqueros (Mexican cowboys) and later, American cowboys, becoming a key tool for cowboys to signal commands to their horses, and a lasting and iconic symbol of the American West.
Handmade spurs with boot straps, c. 19th century
350 USD
Spurs—the inspiration for the shape of our custom precious metal eyewear rivets—have been used by riders since ancient times, with evidence of their use dating back to the 5th century B.C. by the Celts and the Roman Empire. Early spurs were likely made of bone or wood, with iron and bronze versions used by the Romans. Spanish explorers brought their elaborate spur designs to the Americas in the 15th century. These designs heavily influenced the development of modern spurs used by vaqueros (Mexican cowboys) and later, American cowboys, becoming a key tool for cowboys to signal commands to their horses, and a lasting and iconic symbol of the American West.
A pair of hand-forged spurs with 10-point rowels, accompanied by leather boot straps and buttons, made in Santa Cruz County, Arizona, c. 19th century.
Spur Dimensions: 6.5” long x 3” deep
Metal and Leather
HATFIELD
The American West is a land of myth, magic, and mystery, the promise of fortunes to be made, scores to be settled, and legacies written in stone. Here amid the purple mountain majesties and fruited plains where buffalo roamed free, stories of buried treasure, oil, and gold beckoned those willing to risk it all: the outlaws, explorers, prospectors, cowboys, settlers, and hobos willing to test their skills and try their luck.
As we mark ten years of Jacques Marie Mage, we return to where it all began: the nascent sparks, the first bold forms, the foundational silhouettes that set our course. With Origins, the inaugural offering from Réserve by JMM, we invite you to rediscover the earliest expressions of our ethos—limited-edition spectacles from the first season of the Circa Collection, which consisted of exactly four styles: the Dealan, Zephirin, Hatfield, And Fountainebleau.
Each Reserve collectible is thoughtfully custom-packaged to Jacques Marie Mage standards, with tailored care to each artifact. Each collectible is accompanied by a JMM Certificate of Authenticity and ID card.
