1863 DATED RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET WITH PATCHBOX.

1863 DATED RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET WITH PATCHBOX. This is an interesting musket that appears to have been in this configuration since the war. All parts are well fit with matching color and wear. The lock is standard 1863 dated Richmond. Bbl is undated with a VP/eagle head proof. Bbl has had sight mortise filled in. The bore is still has well-defined rifling. There is a residual cartouche in stock opposite lock, but no discernible U.S. surcharge on butt, but there is a rack number, 40, over “AA” in script. Gun appears original and complete. The stock and patchbox appear to be of the late 1855 pattern made in 1859/60. CONDITION: Metal overall is gray/brown, smooth with pitting and rust. Stock is sound with some raised grain present; scattered nicks, scratches, and dings 4-44273 JS83 (3,000-4,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011

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
	2196	$4,600.00	1863 DATED RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET WITH PATCHBOX. This is an interesting musket that appears to have been in this configuration since the war. All parts are well fit with matching color and wear. The lock is standard 1863 dated Richmond. Bbl is undated with a VP/eagle head proof. Bbl has had sight mortise filled in. The bore is still has well-defined rifling. There is a residual cartouche in stock opposite lock, but no discernible U.S. surcharge on butt, but there is a rack number, 40, over “AA” in script. Gun appears original and complete. The stock and patchbox appear to be of the late 1855 pattern made in 1859/60. CONDITION: Metal overall is gray/brown, smooth with pitting and rust. Stock is sound with some raised grain present; scattered nicks, scratches, and dings 4-44273 JS83 (3,000-4,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2011 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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