✅ SOLVED What type of buckle is this?

[Nathan W]

I seen a few of these buckle shapes but never knew what they were used for specifically. This is not mine just was curious. Says it's period iron from PA

 

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[ticndig]

breeching ring

 

[villagenut]

I think it is a side handle from a trunk...

 

[villagenut]

Like these.....

 

[Nathan W]

Like these.....View attachment 2156718View attachment 2156719

That definitely looks more like the shape. Nice going