Iron relic from colonial site/ Need help with ID

[AP552]

I dug this at a colonial era cellar hole. I’ve dug a number of coins, buttons and shoe buckle parts that date to this time period, late 1700s to early 1800s. I dug this item on the lip of the cellar hole. It’s approximately 6 inches long, tapered point or spike, the eye is roughly an inch and a half in diameter. I have no ideas, hoping someone here can help with an ID.

 

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[Charlie P. (NY)]

Possibly a handle from a scythe or hay rake. The loop fits over the longer main handle and a smaller wood handle fits over the spike.

 

[villagenut]

looks similar to this one posted here not long ago......http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/what/641601-have-no-idea.html#post6598198

 

[ArfieBoy]

It reminds me of a candle holder used in a mine or cave... for what it's worth! Thanks for posting.

 

[AP552]

Charlie P. I never would have thought of that. Seems very likely, thank you. From what I can see it’s identical to the post you recalled Villagenut.