Front turn signal socket problem

[Jinx]

I thought I had a burned out bulb. As it turns out the problem was the socket. I found a small piece of brass in the socket. I cannot see where it fits. I checked with the dealer who tells me the socket is not sold as a separate item, but is only sold as the complete headlight assembly. Ouch. $1,200 dollars. This is for a 2003 Boxster. Please help with any suggestions. Thank you. jinx