Could this be a very old tie clasp

[No gold in NY]

Could this be a very old tie clasp?

 

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[A2coins]

Interesting piece I'm sure soon enough someone will Id it

 

[GopherDaGold]

Looks more like a retaining hasp or pin or thing-a-ma-call-it. Possibly for a large picture frame or mirror.

 

[namxat]

Could be a bodice hook of sorts. "Very old" is always a definition problem. This looks modern factory made, so no older than second part of the 19th century.

Greets Namxat

 

[DCMatt]

Leather or upholstery staple?