unknown machine part found in field

[Mudslide]

Probably bronze, it has no manufacturer markings. Seen anything like this? Other stuff in that field is from mid to late 1800s. Thanks!

 

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[Flathead25]

Looks like a working part to an old door lock. Just a guess. I'll see if I can provide a pic.

 

[Mudslide]

Thanks so much!!

 

[Flathead25]

It's hard to narrow it down, but I'm pretty sure thats what it is. I think the two most most common types back then were mortice lock and rim lock. Hope it's close to what you've got there.