This "rotorevolver" was manufactured c. the 1860s. It is unmarked aside from the leaf pattern engraving and "23" on the bottom of the barrel and side of the turret. It is similar to examples of the Noel patent turret revolver we have cataloged in the past, but the turret has posts between the chambers rather than a gear/teeth design. We have seen other examples in this format. They may be early versions of Noel's design.

Very good with mostly silver gray patina, some mild pitting mainly on the sides of the turret, and crisp engraving. The grip is also very good with crisp checkering and carving, minor edge wear, and some light handling and storage marks. Mechanically fine.