ok pros have at it... what are they?

[bravowhiskey]

Found these on old home location from the 1860-70 period. The semi round (copper) objects with the holes. lower left of pic.
Other items I know.
The harmonica reed makes me think maybe something musical? Probably way off, just wondering out loud. As you can see there was more shootin' than composin' goin' on.

Thanx
BW

 

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[TheCannonballGuy]

The "semi round copper objects at lower left in the pic" are a variety of shoe-sole toe protectors which was patented in 1859. See photo below. Your variety has larger holes for the stitching which held the protector onto the front of the shoe's sole.

 

[BuckleBoy]

Cannonball Guy is totally right. They come in all styles. I have a big bag of them, including some like yours and some like the one CBGuy posted.

Regards,

Buckles

 

[bravowhiskey]

you guys are right on top of things. I had no idea. Shoes and or boots must have been a major expense. required heal and toe/sole protection to get all the life out of a pair.
Thanks to you both.

 

[nhbenz]

Several of the items would require close up pictures, sizes, and descriptions (like the markings on the shell casings). But there are a few (like the hook at the right) that look familiar enough that I suspect someone will recognize them as is.?. Although if there are markings on the hook it may expedite the ID.

 

[nhbenz]

Regarding the hook; http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/what/141713-suspender-clip-age-needed.html

 

[rock]

Looks like you scored bravo

 

[Breezie]

Several of the items would require close up pictures, sizes, and descriptions (like the markings on the shell casings). But there are a few (like the hook at the right) that look familiar enough that I suspect someone will recognize them as is.?. Although if there are markings on the hook it may expedite the ID.

And I might add, when you're taking close-up pics of these objects, don't use a light colored background; a medium blue or green works well. Breezie