Barrel Tap?

[Kiros32]

This was found in Gloucester, VA in a construction site. This was the only thing found there unfortunately. It is heavy brass or copper.

 

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[bigfoot1]

that would be my first guess also....cool find...

 

[Burnt Chimney]

What does the hole in each end look like ? It looks a lot like an old cutting torch tip.

 

[Kiros32]

The larger end is clearly broken from something, uneven edge, jagged. The smaller end looks a bit more symmetrical, but still perhaps broken or unfinished. I can take pictures tonight.

 

[ohiowhiteguy]

i'm thinking it might be from a tap also but the tap i'm guessing is one they put in trees.(maple) to get the sap for syrup..just a guess
owg..