I can’t really “see” what they are from that description yet — but I can help you narrow it down quickly if you add a few key details.
Since you found 30+ identical items, that’s a big clue: they’re almost certainly something practical, collectible, or used in bulk, not random ornaments.
Here are some common possibilities based on that pattern:
1. Household / sewing items
Older generations often kept multiples of:
- Bobbins, thread spools, or lace-making tools
- Curtain hooks, safety pins, or garment fasteners
- Small metal tools for knitting or embroidery
2. Kitchen or food-related tools
- Molds (for sweets, butter, or traditional desserts)
- Small cutters or presses
- Spice grinders or measuring pieces
3. Religious or cultural items
Depending on your family background:
- Prayer counters or beads
- Small ritual objects used in ceremonies
- Decorative tokens used during events or festivals
4. Old hardware or mechanical parts
- Keys, clock parts, or sewing machine accessories
- Components from something that came as a set
5. Collectibles
- Coins, tokens, game pieces
- Mini figurines or charms
The shape is the deciding factor here. For example:
- Hooked or curved → likely clothing or curtain-related
- Flat and round → coins, tokens, or game pieces
- Hollow or cup-like → molds or kitchen tools
- Pointed or sharp → tools, pins, or craft items
If you can, describe just a few specifics like:
- “They’re about the size of a coin / finger / spoon”
- “Made of brass / plastic / wood”
- “They have a hole / hook / pattern”
Or upload a photo — that would probably let me identify them in seconds.