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3491
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$4,887.50
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GOOD CASED SET OF ENGLISH BRASS FRAME FLINTLOCK BOX LOCK POCKET PISTOLS BY PHILLIP BOND, CORNHILL, LONDON CIRCA 1795.SN NSN. The brass rounded box lock frames are engraved with trophies of arms and signed at the breeches, ‘P. Bond’, and ‘Cornhill, London’. The round turn off barrels are engraved at the joint with a roped design. London viewed and proved marks are present. Cocks are line engraved. Walnut butts are finely checkered with silver buttcaps. Case is mahogany with very fine miniature leather covered flask and steel bullet mold. Notes: A fine set of flintlock pocket pistols by one of the better London makers and the flask is a rarity. PROVENANCE: C.W. Slagle; Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Brass frame and barrels are good with clear engraving and markings. Checkered butts are fine overall. Case is good and original but has been relined in correct, dark green felt. 4-49867 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 3491 Click here to view provenance
Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |