✅ SOLVED Late 19th, early 20th century copper alloy hook / tie / ????

[Archae33]

The material is a copper alloy.

So far other finds at the site lean towards dates of 1865-1911. The open-but-curved end has small striations that might indicate something frequently slid through it when in use. The flattest side has a hole, presumably for mounting it.

The ruler is in cm.

This thing seems so familiar, but I just can't put my finger on it.

Anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks!

 

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[SwampCreek]

Looks like part of a triggerguard from an old flintlock or percussion rifle.
Something similar to the one on this gun:
http://www.trackofthewolf.com/Categories/PartDetail.aspx/487/3/AAL-166

 

[Archae33]

Thank you, SwampCreek!
Really appreciate your help. The id was driving me crazy
Great example, too.

-A