6th Nov, 2024 10:00

Militaria & Ethnographica | Medals, Weaponry & Relics

 
  Lot 21
 

PERCUSSION POCKET PISTOL
MID-19TH CENTURY

cylindrical barrel, stamped proof marks, engraved sideplates inscribed for HINKS LONDON, walnut stock

16cm long

 

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Estimate
£80 - £120
 

Buyer's premium: 24.00%

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Auction: Militaria & Ethnographica | Medals, Weaponry & Relics, 6th Nov, 2024

The Armed Forces are well-represented with medals including the Waterloo, weaponry including swords, daggers and percussion, alongside an interesting collection of African masks and relics as well as an unusual Indian dhal.

Viewing is open to the public from Tuesday 5 November at 10am.

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Entries are invited for our next Militaria Auction in early 2025. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form

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Tuesday 5th - 10am-4pm
Wednesday 6th - 9am-10am
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