🔎 UNIDENTIFIED It’s s longshot by here it goes

[cahills9]

A pin found on old farm in Delaware
Nothing on face but does anyone recognize the shape? 1 3/4”high
Thanks

 

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[Retired Sarge]

Possible horse brass related, don't know the correct name for it. I'm sure the smart ones will be along shortly to give you a better answer on this.

 

[UnderMiner]

Looks like it was made from one half of a Chape, the bottom brass hardware of a leather scabbard. Just my wild guess.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

I had the same thought as Mike... saddle shield.
Nice find.

 

[VaGent]

Saddle shield for sure.

 

[creskol]

Strap end. .. here are others that have been found and posted over the years: