Manufactured in 1970 and subsequently custom engraved and gold inlaid. Features a thin gold inlaid band at the muzzle followed by wedges of light scroll and the Ruger factory markings. The top of the barrel is engraved with a near full length wedge of fine scroll with punch dot backing. The frame, recoil shields and cylinder are similarly engraved with a matching gold wire band around the back of the cylinder. The hammer and trigger have been brilliantly jeweled. Fitted with a 24k gold gilded brass grip frame and smooth grips. Includes a John Gagnel certificate of authenticity listing the engraver and grip frame maker. The serial number on the certificate does not match but if may just be an error.