[BCMA] What is this?

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Hi All,
I think they might be cattle or horse (ranch) brands.  I saw similar types of symbols burned into the pillars of a Merritt BC pub&grill and my brother in-law explained that they were local area brands, some of which are still used.
Hope that helps,

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Hi all;

We recently visited the Oliver Museum and District Museum and saw this intriguing item mounted on a door. Unfortunately, the attendant, who was very helpful otherwise, was not able to tell us what this is. Any ideas?

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Chris

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