Pre 1800s nail/spike?

[mattokc]

I found this nail in a park in oklahoma city. I never gave it much thought until recently. Can anyone offer up and dates this could have been used. The area was part of the oklahoma land run but i think it dates further. I cannot find good image online. Measures 8in in length, one end is flat the other high center knock down on corners.
Thanks

 

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[vpnavy]

1st - I noticed this was your very first post - so, Welcome Aboard mattokc! Take a look at Forum: Oklahoma for information (i.e., clubs, etc.) directly related to your state.

2nd - I moved ya from HELP! over to WHAT IS IT? for more exposure.

3rd - Here are a few informative articles talking about nails...

University of Vermont - Nails: Clues to a Building's History
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The History of Nail Making
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