A rare Scottish all-metal snaphaunce pistol, dated... Lot n° 2017
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The smooth-bore, round brass barrel in 9.5 mm calibre, set off by several balusters, with an octagonal muzzle and silver front sight. The surface of the barrel with ornamental and floral engraving, dated "1626" before the rear sight. The brass lock plate engraved with scrolling leaves and the manufacturer's mark "AA". The date "1617" in several places on the side of the powder pan. The pan cover, frizzen and frizzen spring professionally replaced. The brass stock embellished with floral and geometric engravings, "fishtail" butt. The iron trigger, ramrod and belt hook are later replacements. Length 43.8 cm.
Provenance: Christie's London, W. Keith Neal Collection, 9.11.2000, lot no. 234.
Condition: II -
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