{"product_id":"gold-double-inclinometer","title":"Brass Clinometer,","description":"\u003ch3\u003eClinometer (Sword-Form Design)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObject Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maritime clinometer (possibly ceremonial or stylized)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass or bronze alloy with aged patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, flat blade with a rounded lower edge, mimicking the silhouette of a short sword or naval cutlass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHilt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crossguard with arrowhead-shaped terminals, suggesting directional symbolism or navigational reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Element:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circular medallion or pivot near the base of the blade—likely the functional axis of the clinometer or a symbolic embellishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metallic sheen with signs of age and oxidation, consistent with early 20th-century naval instruments or ceremonial replicas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction \u0026amp; Interpretation:\u003c\/strong\u003e While the form evokes a weapon, the object is more likely a stylized clinometer—a device used to measure angles of slope or elevation, particularly in maritime contexts. The sword-like design may indicate ceremonial use aboard naval vessels or presentation to officers, blending utility with symbolic prestige.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL 19\" x W 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46445817037015,"sku":"","price":624.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/104_3535.jpg?v=1751557200","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/en-au\/products\/gold-double-inclinometer","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}