Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
1851 Colt Brevete Navy Revolver, serial number 1372, .36 caliber, walnut grip, the top of the barrel marked "ADDRESS SAML COLT/NEW-YORK CITY," and "COLT/BREVETE," barrel lg. 7 1/2, overall lg. 13 3/4 in.
Provenance: The collection of David F. Post.
Estimate $800-1,200
No finish left on the gun, a few stains on the grip, and the gun functions properly.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
YORK CITYChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200