Lot 131
Fine Belgian S. J. Bovy Percussion Cap Dueling or Target Pistol, c.1840
Lot 131 Details
Fine Belgian S. J. Bovy Percussion Cap Dueling or Target Pistol, c.1840
with 8.5 inch slightly tapered octagonal twist Damascus steel barrel numbered ‘2’ and damascened inscription ‘Canon Damas D’acier Fin’, and proof mark encircled ELG, in 1/2 length carved walnut stock with lion mask end, crosshatch grip an anthemion butt, damascened and engraved butt cap, lock, tang and dolphin form hammer
overall diameter 14" — 35.6 cm.
Estimate $1,000-$1,500