VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY 1812 TYPE MUSKET LATE STYLE CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION.

VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY 1812 TYPE MUSKET LATE STYLE CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION. SN NSN. Cal. 69. Standard configuration, with “P” proof at rear of bbl. Lockplate is marked “VIRGINIA Manufactory” in front of hammer with “RICHMOND” and “1818” vertically on tail of lockplate. It has been converted to percussion with brazed-on bolster to bbl, and large round bodied percussion hammer added, (possibly S. C. Robinson) as was done to many Confederate States altered specimens. Stock has no visible military markings. Initials “AGF” are hand carved into left side of stock, with “AF” behind sideplate. CONDITION: Fair to good. Metal parts are an even chocolate brown matte patina overall. “P” on rear of bbl in-filled with brass, probably from the process of brazing-on conversion bolster. “Virginia” on lock is relatively strong. “Manufactory” is illegible. “Richmond” and “1818” are strong. Stock has an old refinish over numerous marks and stains, with repaired cracks on right side in front of lockplate, and 3/8″ x 10″ sliver of wood repaired on right bbl channel. 4-45776 MGM163 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012

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
	2389	$0.00	VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY 1812 TYPE MUSKET LATE STYLE CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION. SN NSN. Cal. 69. Standard configuration, with “P” proof at rear of bbl. Lockplate is marked “VIRGINIA Manufactory” in front of hammer with “RICHMOND” and “1818” vertically on tail of lockplate. It has been converted to percussion with brazed-on bolster to bbl, and large round bodied percussion hammer added, (possibly S. C. Robinson) as was done to many Confederate States altered specimens. Stock has no visible military markings. Initials “AGF” are hand carved into left side of stock, with “AF” behind sideplate. CONDITION: Fair to good. Metal parts are an even chocolate brown matte patina overall. “P” on rear of bbl in-filled with brass, probably from the process of brazing-on conversion bolster. “Virginia” on lock is relatively strong. “Manufactory” is illegible. “Richmond” and “1818” are strong. Stock has an old refinish over numerous marks and stains, with repaired cracks on right side in front of lockplate, and 3/8″ x 10″ sliver of wood repaired on right bbl channel. 4-45776 MGM163 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012 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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