1785 Twigg Blunderbuss
20 February 2020
Description

Flintlock blunderbuss with a 25 inch barrel. The stock is decorated with large mother of pearl inlays and the lockplate bears the original emblem and proof mark of the venerable East India Company, dated 1785 and signed "TWIGG" (gunsmith John Twigg worked in Piccadilly, London, 1760 - 1790.

Provenance

unknown

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For sale
Maybe
Answered within 2 days
By George
Feb 22, 18:01 UTC
Fair Market Value
$1,000 - $2,000 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Bob,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

The presented object appears to be a flintstone lock blunderbuss gun made in the late 18th century. The lock itself was made by gunsmith John Twigg who worked in Piccadilly in London between 1760-1790. The handle is decorated with a mother of pearl inlay which is typical for India and especially Goa. Additionally, this gun has the hallmark of the East India Company and is dated 1785.
This piece is in good condition and there are no serious damages visible.
An estimation would be between 1.000 to 2.000 USD.
This estimation is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparables. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and vary.

With kind regards,
Georg

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