Can you guess?

Can you guess what the dragon was used for?

Hints:

• It is estimated to be 100+ years ago.
• It is nothing evil or anything of the sort.
• Notice the bar right above his head. There is something hanging from it.

Can you guess?

CAN YOU GUESS WHAT THIS IS...

and what it reminds me of. Post your guess -- if you are right you win!!! I don't know what at the moment ...But I will send you something.

However, there is a catch. Only one person (I think) can answer this question correctly. She is my oldest (not by age just length of time I have known her) and dearest friend. I know she reads my blog, but has never commented. So here is your chance dear friend. It's okay....you can comment under anonymous. I will never tell who you are.