Native American, Western, American, and Southern Auction
Fri, May 21, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 985
Pair of French Percussion Pistols
Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
likely converted M1822 cavalry pistols, octagonal to round 7-7/8 in. rifled barrels, one with lock plate inscribed "M. Imp. de Mutzeg", serial number 1886 on parts, various hallmarks to both sides of barrel including "M.1855", "1886 M1", "Cde17.CAN", encircled "Crown" over "D" and "T" hallmarks, barrel tang marked "M1822", the other with lock plate marked "M. Imp. de St. Etienne", serial number 554 on parts, sides of barrels marked "S.1854" and "Cde 17-6N A" and encircled "M" and "F", barrel tang marked "M1822", both with hallmarks to silver butt straps, and brass components, impressed marks to stocks, both approximately 14 in.ÿ - Provenance: Private Collection, Kingsport, Tennessee
both with minor scratches, nicks, and dings throughout, one with 1 in. square repair to wood fore stock, other handling wear to stocks including scratches, and chips, both muzzles with slightly rolled edgesÿ
