Sure someone knows what this is

[Bayou Joe]

Been digging these on the road construction site in downtown that dates back to early 1800's. Now I'm curious as to what they are, any info Looks to be maybe copper or brass

 

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[releventchair]

Looks like old valve stem cover for auto.(tire). Standard shape being round in cross section and hollow.

 

[mick56]

Looks like old valve stem cover for auto.(tire). Standard shape being round in cross section and hollow.

that's what it is!!

 

[duggap]

Looks like old valve stem cover for auto.(tire). Standard shape being round in cross section and hollow.

I think it is from a Model T Ford.

 

[osage express]

...Releventchair and duggap got it ...