Mathieson No. 56C inclinometer level constructed of rosewood and brass. The wooden stock has a raised, curved or camel-back profile and incorporates a semicircular brass inclinometer dial with a weighted pointer. Brass fittings and hardware are set into the wooden body, giving the instrument a substantial and finely finished appearance. The brass dial is marked with the Mathieson name and associated patent and crown markings.
Collection
Artifact Collection
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1890
Time Period
19th Century
Place
State/Province
Scotland
Region
United Kingdom, Western Europe
Continent
Europe
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Inclinometer
Nomenclature Sub-Class
Surveying Equipment
Nomenclature Class
Surveying & Navigational T&E
Nomenclature Category
Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
