Threaded brass loop

[Bramblefind]

This is a simple looking thing and I feel like this should be obvious what it was used for but I need input and the age estimate would be awesome.

I found it today at a site which spans from the mid/late 18th C to the late 19th C. It was located in the middle of what I believe to be the foundations for a small complex of barns/sheds.

About 4 1/2 inches long and has the remnants of black paint. The loop part is about 2.5" x 2".

Thank you!

 

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[Bigcypresshunter]

I think rein guide but I dont know anything else.

 

[vayank54]

I believe it a piece off a horse hames. Not sure on the date though as they have been the same for years.
http://www.chimacumtack.com/horseharness/horseharnesshames.shtml

 

[Bramblefind]

Aha - thank you both! Makes sense.

Here I was thinking it was some sort of door pull

 

[vayank54]

Aha - thank you both! Makes sense.

Here I was thinking it was some sort of door pull
You could use it for that.