Manufactured in 1871, the first year of production. The top of the barrel has the standard two-line address flanked by Maltese crosses and the chambers of the cylinder and lower left of the barrel have London proofs. The matching serial number is marked on the butt, bottom of the barrel, and in ink inside each grip panel. The sides of the silver plated frame and top of the back strap have flourishes of nicely executed floral scroll engraving, which were likely done by a British retailer Includes an oak case with Colt London Agency interior label, cleaning rod, key, and .41 RF cartridges. Provenance: The George S. Lewis Jr. Collection