Lot 0258
Scarce Pair of 18th–19th c. Ottoman Greek Silver-Decorated Flintlock Pistols
Estimate: 2500-3000€
A scarce pair of 18th–19th c. Ottoman Greek silver-decorated flintlock pistols
A pair of European-style Ottoman-made pistols, probably of Greek origin.
The barrels are richly inlaid with silver, and the breeches are decorated with fine silver wire.
Total length: 41 cm.
Starting price: 2300€
Estimate: 2500-3000€
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