Lot 2271:Rare Civil War Cosmopolitan Arms Co. Breech Loading Percussion Rifle

October 7th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 2271:Rare Civil War Cosmopolitan Arms Co. Breech Loading Percussion Rifle

October 7th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$3,000 - $5,000

Rare Civil War Cosmopolitan Arms Co. Breech Loading Percussion Rifle

Less than 100, possibly under 50 of these rifles manufactured in total c. 1859-62. Bayonet lug on right of muzzle. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Details

ManufacturerCosmopolitan Arms Co

ModelPercussion-Rifle

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge52

Barrel32 inch round

Finishblue/brown

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationRock Island, IL

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