Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

November 19, 2022: Premier Americana - Day Three

Sat, Nov 19, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 2012

CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for
$1,201.75
Sold Price includes BP

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER, 36 caliber, fourth model with large rounded trigger guard, six-shot cylinder with much of scene visible, octagonal barrel with "ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" marking on top, walnut grips without inspector stamping, marked on the left side of the frame "COLTS / PATENT". Serial #106240 consistent on frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and grip strap. Circa 1860. 13 1/2" LOA, 7 1/2" barrel.
Provenance: From the collection of Williston and Josephine Cofer, Alexandria, VA.

Condition

Very good condition, area of corrosion to cylinder and right side of frame, otherwise metals smooth with even color, some very minor dings, grips with excellent color, small chip to one lower corner.