Early 19th Century Indo Persian Flintlock Pistol

$750 · Offered by Second Story Books

Late 18th Century. Antique Indo-Persian flintlock pistol dating to the late 18th or early 19th century. Featuring a beautifully engraved brass-mounted stock with traditional geometric decoration, curved grip terminating in a pointed pommel, and iron octagonal-to-round barrel. The pistol retains its original miquelet lock and exhibits an attractive untouched patina from age and use. Measures 16.25 in. The iron barrel and miquelet lock exhibit moderate to heavy

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