$923
Belgian Double-barrel Percussion Pistol, c. 1850, walnut stock with a checkered butt, iron fittings, lock plates engraved with foliate designs, silver escutcheon on the wrist marked "CS," top of the barrel "FNTP FCTS MARQUIS BOULEVART DES ITALIENS 4 PARIS," barrel lg. 7 3/8, overall lg. 13 1/2 in. Estimate $800-1,200 Stock has a few light dings and nicks, some spotting on iron parts, the locks function properly and in overall good condition. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-27
