Manufactured in 1866. The top barrel flat is marked with the one-line New York U.S. America address, the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT" and the cylinder is roll engraved with the navy battle scene and marked "COLTS PATENT No 7716". The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, with the partial serial number "7716" on the cylinder and cylinder pin, partial number "97716" on the wedge and the loading lever is un-numbered. Blue barrel and cylinder, casehardened hammer, frame and loading lever, and silver plated brass trigger guard and back strap. Fitted with a smooth one-piece walnut grip. Complete in a period wooden case with jade green velvet lining. In the case is a stand of flags and cannon Colt flask, brass two cavity bullet mold with "COLT'S/PATENT" marked sprue cutter and a 250 count Eley Bros cap tin, partially full.

Extremely fine. The revolver retains 97% bright original high polish blue finish on the barrel with high edge wear, some muzzle wear and some mild thinning. The cylinder has traces of blue with the balance a smooth gray and the scene is nearly all intact. The loading lever and frame retain 50% original case colors with a smooth silver gray patina on the balance. The trigger guard and back strap retain 98% original silver plating that is beginning to darken with age. The grip is excellent with 98% original varnish remaining, some lower edge wear and a few minor dings and dents. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent. The case is very fine. The lid is slightly warped and there are a few minor dings and scratches on the exterior. The lining is fine with some fabric absent on the edges of the compartment walls and some on the bottom, as well as some minor contact wear. The Colt's Patent flask and mold are fine with some separation in the seam of the flask.