Great Lakes Lighthouse Miscellaneous Gifts

Reproduction glass deck prism - For centuries, sailing ships used Deck Prisms to provide a safe source of natural sunlight to illuminate areas below decks. Now you too can discover the charm and appeal of the past with our classically styled, nautical deck prism. This authentic replica is made from solid jade green glass, and includes a beautiful wood storage and display box with dovetailed corners and a brass manufacturers plate. MID74 $29.00

4 inch brass ship's bell - The helmsman rings the ship’s bell for every half hour of the four-hour ship’s watch. A ship is a round-the-clock operation, and ship’s crews work four hours on and four hours off. Made of heavy solid brass, sand-cast and beautifully polished. The chunky hand knotted lanyard offers years of use. Great for the home, cottage or boat. A true nautical heirloom offering clear & solid sounds. MIB01 $55.00

Boatswain's Whistle - In the age of sale, the entire drew would be focused on the piercing sound of the Boatswain's whistle was specifically designed to pierce through the noise of wind, waves and banging rigging. The Boatswain could transmit a complete set of instructions the the crew. This copper and brass whistle comes with complete instructions on how to blow a number of calls. MIN99  $16.00

Weather Glass - Known as the "poor man's barometer" 17th century square rigged sailing vessels carried these glass devices in order to help in predicting weather conditions. Changes in atmospheric pressure cause the liquid level in the sealed vessel to rise and fall, and the likelihood of the nature of the resulting change in weather can be "read" by how far the liquid rises up the spout. Gimbal-mounted on a mahogany finished display plaque with instructions engraved on a brass cup which catches any drips. MIN98 $75.00

Pocket Compass - A reproduction brass pocket compass from the nineteenth century campaign trail. Perfect for carrying in your pocket, or for display in a place of honor in your living room. MIC40 $28.00