Why is it that I Find something and Its hard to Identify- C.War or Earlier

[goldnugget]

I've been stumped for a few weeks looking for my own answer. I posted a few time and still no results. I have a club meeting tomorrow night and would at least be able to tell about my Find. I know its not a leaverite, since I got some more 1700-1880 coins and flat buttons, pictures to follow when I make my Display..Thansk-goldnugget

 

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[Panache]

The one piece looks like a shoe tap.

 

[ModernMiner]

I believe the second one may be a saddle shield or harness decoration.
-MM-

 

[hogge]

First one could be a furniture ornament.