Shooting or dueling percussion pistol, Liège style, XIXᵉ cen - Lot 251

Shooting or dueling percussion pistol, Liège style, XIXᵉ century Mid-19ᵉ century Liège-style single-shot percussion pistol, probably made in Belgium circa 1840-1870, with burnished steel octagonal barrel, finely checkered walnut stock and silver fittings including trigger guard, ramrod housing and pommel with classical engraved decoration, lock and fittings decorated with engraved motifs with curved hammer characteristic of quality continental production, absence of visible hallmarks suggesting manufacture intended for export or on private order. Details: Percussion pistol type, single shot; origin probably Belgium, Liege style; circa 1840-1870; overall length 27 cm; weight 557 g; octagonal burnished steel barrel; checkered walnut stock; silver-plated fittings with engraved decoration; very good condition with slight wear, no visible hallmarks.