British & Continental Auction | September 26, 2024
Thu, Sep 26, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 106
Two European Sporting Muskets
Estimate: $500 - $700
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 |
large bore Spanish miquelet with gilt detail and engraving, 38 in. part octagon barrel marked with crown and BVS/TIN/DVI for Bustindui family of gunmakers, other barrel marks rampant lion and fleur-de-lis, walnut stock with checkered wrist, lock plate with "HARRISON" and engraved fowl scene, 53-1/2 in. overall length; other possibly British percussion musket, 34 in. round barrel, no visible markings, walnut stock with checkered wrist, lock plate with "SPEARRITT" and engraved bird, 49-3/4 in. overall length
Provenance: Private Collection, Statesville, North Carolina
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Private Collection, Statesville, North Carolina
good overall for both, typical rub and wear to surfaces, mild pitting or granularity to metal components, both with cracks in stock that do not seem to compromise overall integrity, neither firearm tested nor recommended for operation
