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21BG-A284A PAIR OF MIQUELET PERC. PISTOLS

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,200.00 USD Estimated At:4,000.00 - 8,000.00 USD
21BG-A284A PAIR OF MIQUELET PERC. PISTOLS
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Pair of elaborate and high-quality flintlock horseman’s size pistols signed “Wilson” on the locks with superb damascened and gold inlaid Turkish barrels. The pair are ornately silver mounted showing Turkish hallmarks and very good definition to the ornate designs in the casting. Nearly 21” overall with 13 ¾” barrels of approximately .60 caliber smoothbore. The stocks are nicely raised carved in floral scenes at the wrist and fore ends with quality molding around the lock and mounts. Original flintlock parts and work well. A superior set of pistols made for a sultan or person of wealth and position as these are of a very high grade reserved forthe top echelon. (Antique) Est.: $4000-$8000