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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 178

Lot 178

Belgian Flintlock Box-Lock Steel Pocket Pistol, late 18th century

Belgian Flintlock Box-Lock Steel Pocket Pistol, late 18th century
Lot 178 Details
Belgian Flintlock Box-Lock Steel Pocket Pistol, late 18th century

with two stage turn-off cannon barrel, the lock, trigger guard and grip with foliated floral and scroll work engraving
length 5.5 in — 14 cm

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Belgian Flintlock Box-Lock Steel Pocket Pistol, late 18th century
  • Belgian Flintlock Box-Lock Steel Pocket Pistol, late 18th century
  • Belgian Flintlock Box-Lock Steel Pocket Pistol, late 18th century
Provenance:

Private Collection of the late Brenton S. Rowe, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

Flint vise missing screw (broken) and upper jaw.

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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