RICHARD RICE ESTATE MILITARIA
Tuesday, 30 April - Monday, 13 May 2024
A 6 bore Indian matchlock gun, 19thC., with heavy sighted barrel encrusted with silver scrolls, flowers, foliage and chevrons (losses), retained by a pair of engraved brass bands,
Estimate $1,600 - $3,000
Realised: $1,350 plus premium
Lot Details
the breech fitted with pan with pivot cover and incorporating the back sight, a further band of silver behind, iron action retained by five iron rivets with silver flower head washers, full stock, faceted butt inlaid with bone bouquets and shaped panels and iron trigger; 108cm; 42¾” barrel. NLR Provenance: Thomas Del Mar Ltd, London, AA&M Auction 2016.
