I found this yesterday morning. It seems to be a Leech & Rigdon saber snap, sword hanger, but could be used for other things as well. Too bad the hook and blade are missing.
It had been a while since I found anthing of interest but this made up for lost time. In fact I just got back from a hunt in the same area but didn't find anything. But that's the norm not the exception. There is always better luck next time.