parts from horse reins?

[Squirrel322]

I suspect the large ring is from horse reins. Not sure about the small point but it looks old

Any information would be great!

 

[creskol]

That is true, I don't think I will ever be able to say for sure. However, it matches the material and diameter. If it also matches the gauge, thats 3 points of relation. If it matches all the physical properties of a suspected purpose, thats a decent match (but not conclusive). If the exact same ring was produced for other purposes, some of those purposes should be able to be identified as employing the same 3 properties.

Could it have had a completely obscure function? Absolutely. More obscure than a carousel ring? Yes, I suppose thats a very real possibility.

I am not sure I follow your logic .. call it what you will.