Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024

Lot 359

The London Armoury Company: a .577 Snider-Enfield commercial or volunteer short rifle, barrel 31

Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £693

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Description

The London Armoury Company: a .577 Snider-Enfield commercial or volunteer short rifle, barrel 31 in., breech block with Snider patent acknowledgement mark and lever operated latch, lock with crowned 'VR' and 'L.A.Co.' and dated 1865, snap cap on chain, stocked in standard two-band configuration. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.



(125.8cm OAL)

The George Geear Collection