Overslag bestaande uit een overval en ring met veerkram c. 1590 - 1596

This is a small, iron "overslag" from the late 16th century. Dating back to c. 1590-1596, it consists of a hook with a ring and a spring-loaded catch. This type of hardware was commonly used in the Netherlands at the time, likely as a fastening mechanism or a decorative element. The piece is now part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. It's a fascinating example of everyday technology from a bygone era.