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Lot 1120: Documented Virginia Manufactory Type II Flintlock Musket

Documented Virginia Manufactory Type II Flintlock Musket Dated 1813

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1120: Documented Virginia Manufactory Type II Flintlock Musket

Documented Virginia Manufactory Type II Flintlock Musket Dated 1813

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500

Documented Virginia Manufactory Type II Flintlock Musket Dated 1813

Manufacturer: Virginia Manufactory
Model: Flintlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2131
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 90
Class: Antique
Description:

These muskets were manufactured at the Virginia Manufactory in Richmond for the State of Virginia to arm their militia from 1812-1821. Virginia Manufactory Type II muskets are described on pages 284-287 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II" with this exact musket photographed on pages 284 and 285. The lock is marked "VIRGINIA/Manufactory" at center, "RICHMOND/1813" marked at the tail, and has an iron flash pan. "66" is marked on various components. "BARM" is carved in the left of the buttstock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes leather sling and wood tampion. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Rating Definition:

Very good with mottled gray/brown patina and scattered light pitting. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches, cracks, chips, and a repaired section above the rear of the lock. Mechanically fine.



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