Lot 5135
A pair of double-barreled percussion pistols with profuse chiselling, G. A. Moritz in Zella St. Blasii, circa 1820/30
Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A83s | Live auction | 725 Lots
Hammer price € 3,000
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Cal. 14mm Blackpowder, SN. ---, Round, slightly conical barrels with raised midribs, smooth bore in calibre 14.5 mm. Applied silver front sights. Over the chambers deeply chiselled scrolling leaves with mythical creatures. Converted locks, the lock plates chiselled with scrolling leaves and signature "G.A. Moritz - in Zella". Finely engraved hammers in the form of mythical creatures. The walnut full stocks lightly carved with a floral design, richly chiselled and engraved iron furnitures. Wooden ramrods with horn tips. One forestock on the left side with age-related crack. Length of either pistol 46 cm.WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer
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