This elaborate pistol was assembled in the Victorian era, using some original components, the stock, a close copy of the high end pistols manufactured in Nuremberg in the 16th century. The three-stage barrel has a flared muzzle and an octagon breech section with a stylized Nuremberg guild mark. The flat lock plate is mounted with an engraved brass wheel-cover plate depicting dragon-like creatures. The dragon-like engraved motif is repeated on the cock. The full length wood stock has numerous mother-of-pearl and bone inlays. Each inlay is finely detailed engraved and decorated in the 16th century style with primarily scroll, floral, and geometric designs. The pearl inlays depict mythical sea creatures. The barrel tang is flanked by inlays featuring stoic male masks. Ahead of the trigger guard is a grotesque mask below a large depiction of a soldier.

Fine as assembled during the Victorian era. The pistol has overall gray patina and minor pitting. The replacement stock is very fine showing some mild handling marks. The inlays show some typical scattered hairline age cracking. The lock is untested. Overall a highly attractive piece.