Some sort of maritime artifact?

[unclemac]

Found on a beach and made of brass. I am assuming it to be associated with boats in some way but don't have a clue. Perhaps a latch of some sort?

 

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[duggap]

The only thing that comes to mind is maybe a devise to cut the tip off a cigar.

 

[stevemc]

Looks like a belt buckle.

 

[bobby5]

Possibly an old trunk latch

 

[unclemac]

I doubt it but maybe something like this?

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[Breezie]

I agree with Bobby; it looks like a steamer trunk latch. Interesting find, Breezie