For some types of horseshoes,  see the reproduced Russell and  Erwin 
Illustrated Catalogue  of American Hardware,  1980, p.  250.  
 
Not specifically about horseshoes, but for a font of historical information 
 about blacksmithing, there is
Practical Blacksmithing, M. T. Richardson,  1978, which is a  reproduction 
of  volumes published in 1889-1891.
 
Roberta S. Greenwood, RPA
 
 
In a message dated 11/2/2012 8:02:35 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,  
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Hello-  we are in the process of expanding our archaeology lab and are 
realizing that  we are missing some typologies.  Does anyone have any references 
for  typologies of 19th century horseshoes and/or butchery practices of the 
 18th-20th centuries?  I seem to recall a study looking at how cuts of  
beef changed over time, with recognizable associated bones, but can't remember  
where it might be.  Any suggestions?

Thanks,
-Leo  Demski
Sarasota History Center
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