Found 4/27. Any ideas?

[tabbott1]

Any help with this would be appreciated.

 

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[CrankyBuzzard]

Need something for size reference and can you get pictures of the backside as well?

 

[Indian Steve]

possibly a bent horse hanes?

 

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[Fat]

....it seems like it’s made that way and not bent. It’s missing something too.
I think some sort of driving collar Hame. Looks like snaps on top. A chain hook and rein guides of some sort.
I’m looking forward for a better answer myself.....

 

[DizzyDigger]

It looks hand-forged to me. Could be some type of horse harness,
but it also could be part of a farm implement.

It's interesting how the ring is held on with a removable, threaded
bolt. I also don't think it is bent..looks to be made in that shape.

 

[tabbott1]

Its definitely made that way. The curve is made into the piece. I found several IHP'S (1881- 1893) and a few old tools in the same area. Also about 10 harmonica reeds. Lots of fun!

 

[Eastcoasthunter21]

It’s part of the thing !