Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 2nd December 2025
Lot 286
A cased pair of 19th century English .51 bore percussion pistols, octagonal turn-off barrels 3.5
Estimate £700 - £1,000 | Hammer £1143
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Description
A cased pair of 19th century English .51 bore percussion pistols, octagonal turn-off barrels 3.5 in., side locks with dolphin head hammers, German-silver frames with saw-handle grips well engraved with scrolling acanthus and urns in panels, Birmingham proof; fitted mahogany case lined in maroon cloth, associated accessories including a barrel wrench, oil bottle, powder flask and a nested pair of turn-screws, also a 54 bore bullet mould. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.
(21.2 cm OAL each)