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Lot 51: Two Engraved Stocking & Co. Percussion Pepperboxes

Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Stocking & Co. Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Lot 51: Two Engraved Stocking & Co. Percussion Pepperboxes

Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Stocking & Co. Percussion Pepperboxes

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: November 30, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500

A) Stocking & Co. 31 Caliber Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Stocking & Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 31 percussion
Barrel: 4 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 15
Class: Antique
Description:

Barrel cluster has the address and cast steel/warranted markings with the hammer having the 1848 patent marking. Standard engraving on the frame and shield with silver oval inlays on both grips. Matching serial number "59" on frame, barrel cluster, and both grips with the number "22" on the frame, hammer spring and trigger guard.

Rating Definition:

Fair. The barrel cluster has an artificial brown patina and the remaining metal surfaces have a bright appearance with some scattered mild pitting. Loose trigger guard. The grips are good with some minor handling marks.



B) Stocking & Co. 28 Caliber Pepperbox

Manufacturer: Stocking & Co
Model: Pepperbox
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 28 Percussion
Barrel: 3 3/4 inch ribbed
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 3065
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 15
Class: Antique
Description:

Barrel cluster has the cast steel/warranted and address markings with standard engraved pattern on the frame. Matching numbers on frame, hammer spring, barrel cluster and grips.

Rating Definition:

Good. The pepperbox has a smooth gray patina with some mild pitting. The grips are also good with numerous handling marks. Hammer has been repaired at tip.



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