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Lot #3311

Lot 3310: Pierced and Chiseled Miquelet Sporting Gun

Very Ornate Pierced and Chiseled Miquelet Sporting Gun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 11, 2022

Lot 3310: Pierced and Chiseled Miquelet Sporting Gun

Very Ornate Pierced and Chiseled Miquelet Sporting Gun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 11, 2022

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Very Ornate Pierced and Chiseled Miquelet Sporting Gun

Manufacturer: Italian
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45
Barrel: 46 3/4 inch octagon
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: metal/hardwood
Item Views: 664
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 194
Class: Antique
Description:

This 18th century Italian smoothbore long gun is marked "L FRANZINI" on the barrel and "TOM CATARO" on the lock. The smoothbore barrel has some engraving on the breech section. The lock has some scroll engraving. The stock features extensive iron overlays with some in elaborate interlaced scroll patterns and some floral and mask motifs.

Rating Definition:

Good with mostly distinct designs, gray patina, some mild pitting, damaged muzzle, and moderate overall wear including some chips and absent overall sections. Full-cock need some work, but otherwise mechanically functions fine.



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