This pair of pistols does not have maker's marks but was likely manufactured by Alphonse Caron of Paris or his son c. the mid-1800's. The pistols each have Liege proofs on the left of the breech as well as "crown/L" and "D" on the bottom of the breeches. The locks both feature near full coverage floral scroll engraving, and the twist off barrels show an attractive Damascus twist. They are fitted with notch rear sights, sculpted fences, and folding triggers, as well as smooth antique ivory grips with carved flats. The pair are housed in a leather wrapped, lightly tooled, hardwood case with gold "CARON/ARQUEBUSIER DU ROI/PASSAGE DE L'OPERA N 20" inside the lid, lined in dark blue baize, and French fit for both pistols along with the included ball mold and antique ivory powder flask.

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