Circa 1860s campsite relics....what are they?

[thrillathahunt]

Circa 1860's campsite relics....what are they?

I haven't been able to identify these three items ( maybe the top one is part of an emblem of sorts, but no writing) Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[TheCannonballGuy]

The middle item is the handle of an eating-utensile, such as a fork or spoon, which is missing the wood or bone overlay on the handle. The small holes on the handle held short mounting-pins which attached the wood or bone overlay onto the handle's iron body.

 

[cjon455]

nice finds

 

[thrillathahunt]

I haven't been able to identify these three items ( maybe the top one is part of an emblem of sorts, but no writing) Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

Thank you Cannonballguy, I appreciate your input.

 

[deepsecrets]

Top and bottom pieces look like old trunk/chest parts - recessed handle and strap - looks like they were burned in a fire?

 

[thrillathahunt]

Could the bottom piece be horse tack of some sort?

 

[DCMatt]

Could the bottom piece be horse tack of some sort?

Correct. A broken cheek piece from a bit.

DCMatt

 

[thrillathahunt]

Thanks again DCMatt!