This is a nice pair of matching single shot percussion muff pistols. The bottom flat of the breech plug is stamped "216", the left side has the Liege "E / LG / *" proofmark and the front of the grip is stamped "2498". The left rear barrel flat is marked with a "crown/A" proofmark. Each side and the bottom of the frame are decorated with an engraved pheasant in a field scene as well as floral scroll engraving which extends to the top of the frame, striking end of the hammer and on the buttcap. Damascus barrel, folding trigger and ebony grip with floral carving on the side flats and grooves in the grip area. Complete in a walnut case with brass initial plate on the lid, brown velvet fitted lining, with an iron bullet mold and two ebony containers.

Fine. The breech plug remains bright, most of the crisp Damascus pattern remains on the barrel and the remaining surfaces have a smooth gray patina. The grip is excellent with a few minor scratches and handling marks. The engraving is crisp and clear. The action is excellent. The case is good as varnished with some chipping and loss of the veneer and some fading and contact wear to the lining. The accessories are all very good.

Described in "A" except no "crown/A" proof on the barrel.

Very fine. The breech plug remains bright, Almost all of the crisp Damascus pattern remains on the barrel and the remaining surfaces have a smooth gray patina. The grip is excellent with a few minor scratches and handling marks. The engraving is crisp and clear. The action is excellent.