Lot 16 , An early 19th century gold overlaid flintlock pistol, by Beckwith, London, 47cm

An early 19th century gold overlaid flintlock pistol, by Beckwith, London, the barrel overlaid with gold scrolling foliage and flowers, lock signed Beckwith, London, steel trigger guard engraved with scrolls, the stock with crested gold plaque, 47cm
£800-1,200

Condition:
Looks to be in very good condition the woodwork all in a fair state of polish and a good rich colour, one or two light surface scratches. The barrel in very good order with no faults noted, lock with slight oxidisation, signed in uppercase. cocks to one position, gold plaque to the butt with crest and later? Greek inscription ‘J.WANNHE, OPAANAOE’

Sold for £4,600