Eastern European flintlock trade pistol, 1700s-1800s. 980 grams, 18" long. Typical pistol that was traded in the Mediterranean and carried overseas to colonial ports by corsairs and pirates, with 11" decorated barrel, complete lock, ornate walnut stock with relief-carved decorations, ornate cast brass mounts, very good original condition and iron with age-toned patina, tight lock that needs adjustment, wooden ramrod tightly in place, barrel secured by wire wrap decoration at fore end. With photo-certificate.
Estimate: $500 - 700