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

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.