I've never seen a key hole frame so large, and on that part extending from the bottom it looks like it was attached to something.
I've never seen a key hole frame so large, and on that part extending from the bottom it looks like it was attached to something.
Remember, it's 2" by 1.5", that would be a giant necklace!
Could it be a hinged hasp from a trunk,folding onto a loop that would accept a padlock?
Could be the lock hole shaped item was one half of a turn lock clasp.Here is a pic of how they are used on a modern purse yours could have been on saddlebags maybe. View attachment 1225136
Remember, it's 2" by 1.5", that would be a giant necklace!