Buckles found at circa 1860s homesite

[Evolution]

Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

I found all three of these buckles at a homesite that dates back to the 1860's or so. I'm not saying they're that old. In fact I have no idea how old they might be. Is there any way to date generic looking buckles like this? The larger one has a nice patina on it. I forgot to include a coin for size comparison. They are all quite small. A quarter barely fits into the opening in the largest buckle.

 

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[csmith]

Re: Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

the two look like watch buckles leather strap 95%sure larger one not sure same thing maybe?

 

[2country]

Re: Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

They are more than likely buckles from old horse or mule harnesses or saddles .

 

[sasnz]

Re: Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

Not an expert but look as though the may be saddlery buckles?

 

[Ed-NH]

Re: Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

I agree they appear to be strap buckles. They were used on livery. Still cool finds. I find them on occasion here in NH at sites dating to the mid 1800's.

 

[oldplacesnofinds]

Re: Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

I have found many of these. The only buckles really worth anything are shoe buckles. I have yet to find any. These are many farm buckles for straps or animals. Still nice finds and I keep all of the ones I dig.

 

[Rob66]

Re: Buckles found at circa 1860's homesite

Cool....people sure lose alot of buckles.
Rob