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Lot 3259: Pair of Engraved Italian Flintlock Belt Pistols

Signed Pair of Engraved Italian Flintlock Belt Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 13, 2020

Lot 3259: Pair of Engraved Italian Flintlock Belt Pistols

Signed Pair of Engraved Italian Flintlock Belt Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 13, 2020

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Italian Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 9 inch ribbed round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1546
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 113
Class: Antique
Description:

The locks are signed "LVCAZVGNO" (Luca Zugno, active c. 1758-1766 in Brescia), and the barrels are signed "IOSEP/FRANCI" (Josep Franci, unknown, likely also from Brescia) with floral accents on either side of the central ribs. The pistols also feature brass sun-type patterns on the cock screws and pommel studs, light engraving on the furniture, and pierced scroll pattern side plates with holes for the now absent belt hooks. The stocks are relatively plain but have nice raised carving around the barrel tangs.

Rating Definition:

Good with mottled gray and brown patina and mild pitting, some racks and repaired cracks in the stock, small chips and slivers of wood absent, and moderate overall wear. Mechanically fine.



B) Italian Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: European
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 50
Barrel: 9 inch ribbed round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1546
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 113
Class: Antique
Description:

See "A."

Rating Definition:

Good with mottled gray and brown patina and mild pitting on the metal and extensive chips, cracks, and repairs in the stock. Mechanically fine.



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