This style of hooked fastener was very popular during the early Tudor era. (1500 - 1575). As there is no soldering, it is a good first project for new jewelers. The process used here can be easily used to make other items.
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At first glance it looks remarkably like a skirt hook, but the size of it makes me doubt that. Most likely half of a clasp set for a pouch or a neckline. It could be the hanging end of a small chatelaine. it could possibly be for winningas as well.