Manufactured circa 1875-1912. "-COLT-" in italics on top of the barrel and the serial number marked on the frame under the left grip. The barrel and frame show 75% coverage masterfully executed floral scroll and cross-hatch pattern engraving with punch dot background. German silver blade front sight with early style high hammer.

Very good, retains traces of the original silver finish on the frame with the balance a grey patina speckled with brown on the barrel and an attractively aged antique patina on the brass. The engraving is crisp. The grips are also very good with some light scratches, a few hairline age cracks, and a minor chip absent from the bottom of the right panel. Mechanically excellent. Provenance: The John Fox Collection.