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

March 22, 2024: Americana - Day Three

Fri, Mar 22, 2024 09:00AM EDT
  • Antique/Curio Firearms & Accessories
Lot 2267

U.S. HARPER'S FERRY MODEL 1819 HALL BREECH-LOADING FLINTLOCK RIFLE

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Sold for

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

U.S. HARPER'S FERRY MODEL 1819 HALL BREECH-LOADING FLINTLOCK RIFLE, 52 caliber, walnut stock stamped "R. DAY" to underside, iron mountings, the breech marked with "J. H. HALL / H. FERRY / US / 1826," round barrel secured with three bands, lacking ramrod. The stock retains its original dry surface. 1826. 32 5/8" L barrel, 52 1/2" LOA.

Condition

Fine original as-found condition, stock with minor sliver loss behind breech, some slight surface wear, and short light cracks at the butt plate; some light surface rust to breech and hammer. Mechanically sound.

Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum, Richmond, VA to benefit collections care, preservation, and future acquisitions.