Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023
Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 1096
Superposed Percussion Belt Pistol with Fitted Holster
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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 |
circa 1850s, likely British, possibly made by gunmakers Lacy and Co., J. Blanch or Wilkinson and Son, 6 in. flat top and bottom barrels, barrel flat stamped "JOHNHROBIN" or "BOBIN", likely .58 caliber, smooth bores, bead front sight with split rear sight, foliate scrollwork engraved box lock, barrel tang, offset percussion hammers, trigger guard and butt cap with cap box, burlwood grip with silver inset at top, overall 12-1/4 in., accompanied by aged handmade leather shoulder strap with handmade fitted holster
Provenance: Private Savannah, Georgia Collection
Condition
loss of steel swivel ramrod and thimble attachment points, loss of steel belt clip to left side, marred lock screws on right side, metal components with light handling wear, patina, oxidation, abrasions, some staining, wear at edges, grip with handling wear and discoloration, triggers and hammers function with tight right hammer, softer left hammerÂ
