Lot 4000

Sale 113 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes

Description

Australian Royal Mail Co percussion pistol, by Westley Richards London, circa 1840, 9.25" barrel with captive ram rod, brass cap under barrel near muzzle, belt hook opposite fitted, checkered top of hammer, brass fittings around the trigger and as a butt cap, engraving of 'Westley Richards London' on the barrel and engraved on the lock plate 'Australian Royal Mail Co'. In near excellent condition, a very rare pistol.

Please note: If you wish to view or purchase this item you will be required to produce a current gun or driver's licence to staff.

No mail out for this lot, collection only from the Sydney Office.

Estimate
$5,500
Result Status
Passed in

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