PAIR OF FLINTLOCK PISTOLS MARKED RIPOLL WITH PAN
Spain
18th century
Steel, brass, wood
Long. total: 40.5; Long. guns: 24.5 cm
Mouth diameter: 15 mm
The cannons, with long flats at the breech then round, are chased with a raised rim in the middle. They are inscribed with the gunner's mark CAMS in a cartouche under a crown, and are decorated with brass inlays of stars and crosses.
Flintlock plates, known as "miquelet" plates, are lightly engraved.
The cut brass fittings are engraved with lines; the counterplates feature bundles of arms.
Caps with long tails, the cap studs featuring grotesque figures.
Steel belt hooks.
Walnut frames, carved. Large engraved thumb pieces.
Walnut chopsticks.
Very good condition.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
This collector's item is classified as a Category D collector's item under Article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code. Its acquisition and possession are unrestricted. We remind you that its sale to minors is prohibited.
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