These mid-19th century percussion pistols each have a rectangular silver initial escutcheon inset at the wrist engraved with the monogram “P” and the motto “PER IL SUO CONTRARIO” with a baron’s coronet above for Henry, Lord Paget, later 3rd Marquess of Anglesey. With casehardened barrels each engraved with a band of stylized foliage at the muzzle, the upper barrel with bead front sight, the lower barrel with stirrup ramrod. Casehardened action signed “C. LANCASTER/151 NEW BOND ST.T/LONDON” on the upper tang and furniture including trigger guard and butt cap with hinged trap cover. Blued belt hook and triggers. The breech ends of the barrels, actions and furniture finely engraved with scrollwork. Walnut butt with fine multi-point checkering. London proof marks. In original fitted oak case lined in green baize, the lid with Chas. Lancaster printed trade label. With some accessories including three way brass mounted leather wrapped powder flask, iron No.40 bullet mold with integral loading rod and brass mounted loading rod with worm and interchangeable jag.

Very good. The pistol retains traces of original casehardened and blued finish throughout. The remainder is a dark grey patina with some scattered surface corrosion marks and general discoloration. The fine wood has well-defined checkering and occasional scattered bruised blemishes. Mechanically excellent. The case is good. The lining has some age related wear and staining, and the trade label is stained. The accessories are good.

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Very good. The pistol retains traces of the original finish throughout. The balance is a dark grey patina with some scattered minor oxidation and discoloration. The fine wood has well-defined checkering and occasional handling and storage marks. Mechanically excellent.