Mystery Prince of Wales crest thingy.

[High Wood]

Probably not military unless it is from an experimental pattern Shako, but I couldn't resist buying it this morning. I am not sure if it is in its original shape as it curves round in the shape of a coat hook. It may once have been straight rather than curved.

It is made of thin brass strip and has been pressed in a die. There is an attachment at the back which clearly slots into a groove of some kind. The attachment has a number stamped into it.

My guess is that it is ornamental but designed to be attached to something, possibly a carriage or something similar.

Any thoughts as to what it actually is would be welcome.