Blacksmith Product perhaps?

[hunterinthesky]

This object is solid and heavy for its size. Obviously handmade, not machine forged (irregular widths throughout). Found on farmland 5 inches deep. Please advise. Thanks in advance.

 

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[DD-777]

This one's a bit tougher (for me anyway). I gotta' think it's some type of key or wrench (square end would fit over a piece of equipment). I'm sure someone will hit the proverbial "nail on the head" for you. I'll keep thinkin' (this could get dangerous ).

 

[Hemisteve]

Looks to me to be a part of an underground gas or water valve. The square end would be on the valve and a pole with a hook would be inserted into the round end to turn the valve on or off. Could be made of brass.

Just a WAG
Steve

 

[DaChief]

Maybe a type of connector for rope or leather used for a quick release. It is very similar to what we use for a Belay Device much in the same manner when rappelling.

Here is an example of a modern one.


DaChief

 

[DD-777]

Looks to me to be a part of an underground gas or water valve. The square end would be on the valve and a pole with a hook would be inserted into the round end to turn the valve on or off. Could be made of brass.

Just a WAG
Steve

Could be on to something Steve but what about the age and "irregular widths". Maybe just wear and tear?

 

[dex378]

Can't be a Belay device, the square end would fray the rope or cause too much friction with the carabiner. Looks like a shut off key to a valve of some sort. What is the dimension on the inside of the square end?

 

[hunterinthesky]

Can't be a Belay device, the square end would fray the rope or cause too much friction with the carabiner. Looks like a shut off key to a valve of some sort. What is the dimension on the inside of the square end?

It states faintly "FIG 1" on the middle portion.

 

[AKiwi]

could it be an arrow or spear straightner