Antique pistol
19 May 2020
Description

Old flint lock pistol

Provenance

I know very little, I inherited this gun from my father, who inherited the gun from his family

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 5 days
By George
May 23, 15:43 UTC
Fair Market Value
$200 - $400 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Dear Michael,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. So that I may best assist you, can you please have a look if there are hallmarks or stamps on the metal parts of the pistol?

With kind regards,
Georg

Michael evans May 23, 16:28 UTC

I have added a new photo, the only thing stamp I see is a 'DN" on the metal

George May 26, 18:29 UTC

Dear Michael,

Thank you for the additional images/ information and your patience.

The presented object appears to be a pistol with a flintlock lock and a nut wood handle. It is hallmarked with "DN" which is probably a Belgian proof or manufacturer hallmark. This pistol was made in the 1830s or 18440s and probably in military use because of the ring at the end of the grip.
This piece is in good condition and there are no serious damages visible.
An estimation would be between 200 to 400 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

Michael evans May 27, 00:38 UTC

Thanks for the information Georg!

Mike Evans

George May 27, 09:37 UTC

Dear Michael,

you are very welcome.

With kind regards,
Georg

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