✅ SOLVED What is this?

vscience · Aug 9, 2017

What is this mystery item? It is so simple yet it is baffling. I had it for years and couldn't figure out what it is so I'm turning to you.
A tool or weapon? I don't think it's a netting needle because it doesn't have a hole or hook for threading.
Also.... I can't figure out what it's made of. Stone? I found this in a recycling (trash) bin in Florida. I figured that the previous owner passed and his family tossed his stuff. Ugh.
I don't know if bone can turn to stone but it feels like it is made from stone or a rock.
The brown coloring is like a super thick patina.

It is smooth and covered with a patina from use.
Approximately: 9 in x 1 in.
Weight: 3.3 oz
It fits in my hand perfectly. It has a number of marks on the side of it. Any guesses? Thanks!

rock · Aug 9, 2017

Where was it found looks like creek stain on it?

Engineer in MD · Aug 9, 2017

Looks like bone

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crj1968 · Aug 9, 2017

Strange for sure. Digging tool?

vscience · Aug 10, 2017

I found this in a recycling (trash) bin in Florida. I figured that the previous owner passed and his family tossed his stuff. Ugh.
I don't know if bone can turn to stone but it feels like it is made from stone or a rock.
The brown coloring is like a super thick patina. I'll update my original post with this info.

VERDE · Aug 10, 2017

Hey vscience!! Looks as if it could have been an old netting needle for repairing fishing nets!! Just a guess!! Anyway, GOOD LUCK and GOOD HUNTING!! VERDE!!