The Moore derringers were manufactured in the first half of the 1860s and were the first large caliber cartridge derringers. This same basic design was also manufactured by the National Arms Company and Colt later in the century. This example has the scroll, arrow, and floral engraving and is marked with the address on the top of the barrel and the patent marking and serial number on the bottom. Provenance: The Bretherton Collection; Property of a Gentleman

Very fine with 80% of the original silver plating remains. The flaking is located primarily on the grip area, and there is some aged patina on the exposed surfaces. The markings and engraving patterns are mostly crisp. Mechanically fine.