RARE “GOSPORT NAVY YARD” SURCHARGED MODEL 1841 “MISSISSIPPI RIFLE”.

NSN. Cal. 54 Not only is this a fine example of a standard configuration 1849 dated and inspected “ROBBINS / & / LAWRENCE / US” Mississippi Rifle, it has markings attributing it to the United States Navy at the Gosport Navy Yard, Gosport, VA. Buttplate in addition to US surcharge has a large “G N Y” stamped at tail. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal surfaces are grey/brown with scattered staining and pitting. Brass mounts have light mustard patina, stock is sound, solid with typical storage dings and dents, and bright inspector marks as can be seen in photos. 52332-134 JS (3,000-4,000) – Lot 3445

Auction: Firearms - October 2017

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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3445	$4,600.00	RARE “GOSPORT NAVY YARD” SURCHARGED MODEL 1841 “MISSISSIPPI RIFLE”. NSN. Cal. 54 Not only is this a fine example of a standard configuration 1849 dated and inspected “ROBBINS / & / LAWRENCE / US” Mississippi Rifle, it has markings attributing it to the United States Navy at the Gosport Navy Yard, Gosport, VA. Buttplate in addition to US surcharge has a large “G N Y” stamped at tail. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal surfaces are grey/brown with scattered staining and pitting. Brass mounts have light mustard patina, stock is sound, solid with typical storage dings and dents, and bright inspector marks as can be seen in photos. 52332-134 JS (3,000-4,000) – Lot 3445 Auction: Firearms - October 2017 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.

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RARE “GOSPORT NAVY YARD” SURCHARGED MODEL 1841 “MISSISSIPPI RIFLE”.