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Fine Antique Arms and Militaria from around the world

Wednesday 25 September 2024 e Thursday 26 September 2024, 02:00 PM • Sarzana

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A flintlock pistol, 18th Century

Estimate

€ 200 - 400

Sold

€ 575

The price includes buyer's premium

Information

Francia
length 27 cm.
Smoothbore, two-stage barrel, the first segment octagonal with fine carving depicting a horse at the base, before the girdle engraved with geometric motifs; at the girdle two rings, then round; 11, 5 mm cal. at the nozzle. Flintlock with central carving representing a triton; internally marked "GB". Wooden full stock. Interesting carved iron mounts, with a mermaid at the counterplate, a musician at the trigger guard and warriors with lance at the butt-plate. Iron ramrod.