This is an exceptional example of a cased and exhibition quality engraved Sharps Patent Four-Shot Pepperbox Pistol that was manufactured by the English gun maker Tipping & Lawden. The Type 2A pistol has a blued barrel, silver frame and casehardened hammer, trigger and barrel release. The grips are gutta percha with relief floral designs. The English style case has a burl wood lid with inlaid shield, four divided compartments, and is lined with blue velvet. A wooden handle screwdriver, key, and four cartridges are in the case. The serial number is located on the underside of the barrel. The left side of the frame is marked "TIPPING & LAWDEN / SHARPS PATENT" in a circle surrounding the hammer screw. The silver-plated frame, grip straps and butt are almost completely covered with well-executed scroll engraving. The barrel has highly polished blue finish and is engraved on the sides with oval gripping panels surrounded by scroll work. The muzzle and breech have engraved borders.