✅ SOLVED Hmmmmm...

[dartostunic]

Found this interesting piece at an old farm foundation dating back to the late 17 to early 1800's. It is very heavy and is clearly handmade. There is a lifted portion at the 9 oclock position that looks like it was done purposefully. Thought it might be a belt buckle, but the back side has pins and does not appear consistent with prior buckles I have found or researched. It has ornate letters that appear to be 'J' 'O' 'P'. Seems to be more badge-like, or something that one would wear on a sash. Let me know what you think.

 

Amazon Forum Fav 👍

Family Maps of Hinds County, Mississippi, Deluxe Edition - Grab it through Amazon!

[prosub]

Could it be a "justice of peace badge"?

 

[duggap]

I think it is a bridal rosette.

 

[DCMatt]

I think it is a bridal rosette.

Agree. Horse rosette. The intertwined initials were popular in the late 19th C.

DCMatt

 

[dartostunic]

Hmmmm

Agree. Horse rosette. The intertwined initials were popular in the late 19th C.

DCMatt

I have had someone else think that as well...I will also do some research on the rosette idea. Thanks guys!

 

[Subterranean]

Big, beautiful rosette but the initials are only "J" and "B." May be able to research a turn of the century tack maker in your area with those initials, (assuming it was not custom made for the buyer...) Awesome find, Sub

 

[dartostunic]

Thanks for the ID help treasure hunters!

Big, beautiful rosette but the initials are only "J" and "B." May be able to research a turn of the century tack maker in your area with those initials, (assuming it was not custom made for the buyer...) Awesome find, Sub

After further research, I agree with rosette identification. The pins on the back and the size of the item are consistent with other rosettes. I will post more interesting finds soon!!!