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A .56 Flintlock Pattern 1801 Sea Service Pistol
EARLY 19TH CENTURY
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A .56 Flintlock Pattern 1801 Sea Service Pistol
Early 19th Century
Similar to the two preceding lots, the stock stamped with storekeeper's mark dated '1805', and the letter 'S' above the side-plate, King's proof marks, locksmith's mark HIW
19¼in. (48.8cm.)
Special notice
VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price plus buyer's premium.
Lot Essay
The locksmith's mark is probably that of Henry and John Whately who supplied locks to the Board of Ordnance between 1803 and 1816
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