Any ideas on what this copper star may be?

[JT-from-SD]

It is about 2" in diameter, i found it at the site of my in-laws homestead.

 

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[creskol]

What does the other side look like?

 

[Kray Gelder]

My guess would be a saddle decoration.

 

[dirt doctor]

I'd bet it came off a kids cap gun holster .

 

[JT-from-SD]

The back is flat with just the star punch out, i was thinking a concho of some sort but wasnt sure since there is no sign of a fastener.
We found some WRA Co. and Peters HV shells in the same area.

 

[Hawks88]

Welcome to tnet. From Niagara Falls. Nice find.

 

[vpnavy]

I noticed this was your very first post - so, Welcome Aboard JT! Take a look at Sub-Forums: South Dakota for information (i.e., clubs, etc.) directly related to your state.

 

[diggerranger]

Size show with ruler. Might be part of Roy Rodgers holster belt

 

[A2coins]

cool find

 

[A2coins]

also welcome

 

[JT-from-SD]

Here is my attempt at a pic of both sides with a ruler
Thanks to all!

 

[JT-from-SD]

 

[creskol]

Given its size, and with no evidence of attachment points, my guess is that it is a rosette insert to a tin back rosette similar to this one:

 

[trdking]

Instantly thought Cap gun belt as mentioned above. Although that Texas Star Appears on EVERYTHING the closer you get to Texas the more you see it!