Unusual Find At Colonial Site!

[FoxHound0985]

Hi there, I found this stamped brass thistle(?) at an old colonial site in Utica, Indiana. I know that the thistle is a Scottish symbol, but I dont know much more. Does anyone know what this could have been used for? Is it military or civilian? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and HH!

Fox

 

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[KGCnewbieseeker]

I was so excited to see you found that item in utica, thats where I live, Utica, NY, LOL

 

[Nana40]

That's a neat looking find Fox!

Looks like a fan maybe?

Nana

 

[ashleen]

maybe part of an old purse?
hmm...
neat find, tho.
Nice going
ashleen

 

[trk5capt]

It is an interesting find, but don't have a clue as to what it could be. trk5capt...

 

[jeff of pa]

part of a Lightning rod maby ?

 

[The Seeker]

Hello.....It's definately old.. But I don't think it's a thistle!? ?I believe it is a chinese Fan if you look at the left side you can see what looks like it would be small rivits and? a flower patern on the face .The chineseused flowers on much of their products ,still today they do.... many chinese people were workers here in the early 1800's and it may have been something lost by one of them.... Good Luck.......Seeker