Auctions Consignment Latest FAQ About us

Lot 273:Ornate Silver Greek/Balkan Flintlock Pistols

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Lot 273:Ornate Silver Greek/Balkan Flintlock Pistols

May 13th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$5,000 - $7,000

A) Flintlock Holster Pistol

These attractive 19th century pistols have smoothbore barrels with silver wire inlays and stepped plateaus at the breech ends. Blade front and dished rear sights are on the muzzle bands and upper tangs. The locks have frizzen spring rollers and some faint markings. The stocks are silver/white metal with ornate floral patterns and niello accents. False ramrods are along the underside of the stocks. Pistols of this style were popular in Greece and the Balkans under Ottoman rule.

ConditionFine overall with gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel, aged patina on the stock, generally distinct designs, and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerEuropean

ModelFlintlock

TypePistol

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge60

Barrel12 5/8 inch round

Finishbright/silver/niello

Stockmetal

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page206

B) Flintlock Holster Pistol

See "A."

ConditionFine overall with gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel, cracked trigger guard bow, nice aged patina on the stock, generally distinct designs, and mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.