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Lot 162: Caucasian Miquelet Blunderbuss Pistol

Attractive Decorated Caucasian Miquelet Blunderbuss Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Lot 162: Caucasian Miquelet Blunderbuss Pistol

Attractive Decorated Caucasian Miquelet Blunderbuss Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Attractive Decorated Caucasian Miquelet Blunderbuss Pistol

Manufacturer: Russian
Model: Miquelet
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 65
Barrel: 9 1/8 inch round
Finish: unknown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1772
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 75
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured around the early 19th century with an ornate Damascus barrel with 1 1/2 inch flared muzzle (caliber estimated above) and spire designs on top, Russian style miquelet lock with unknown brass hallmark with a calligraphic marking (appears to be Arabic "nun 'ayn" signifying a maker's name), ball trigger, and shoulder arm style stock with extensive pins and bone inlays.

Rating Definition:

Very good with gray and brown patina, mild pitting, and general minor marks. The stock is fine and has minor nicks and scratches. Mechanically fine.



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