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LOT 1069

Sold for (Inc. bp): £442

LONDON PROOFED PERCUSSION REVOLVER
19TH CENTURY A.D.
7 in. (480 grams, 18 cm).

A double action nickel plated 5-shot percussion revolver with numbered chambers, the chambers and barrel bearing London proof marks and the barrel numbered 2; the frame with foliate engraving and fitted with chequered wood grip scales with hinged steel loading lever; action in working order.

PROVENANCE:
Acquired Peter Wilson Auction, 2020, lot 10.
Property of a Kent collector.

Accompanied by lot ticket.

FOOTNOTES:
Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the Firearms Act, 1968, to be held as a curiosity or ornament. No license required but buyer must be over 18 years of age.

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