Type of Chain ?

[G.A.P.metal]

I found this near the old Indian Village of Catherine`s Town,wiped out by Gen. Sullivan 1779.
This is made of copper or brass 6"-8" long 1 1/2 " at the widest part.
Could this possibly be of colonial military use ?
Gary

 

[DigIron2]

well that is different!Might be some kind of cape chain.neat find

 

[BosnMate]

Trade item

 

[kingskid1611]

A single earring?