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A FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS SIGNED THEOP RICHARDS, LONDON, BIRMINGHAM PROOF MARKS, CIRCA 1830
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A FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS SIGNED THEOP RICHARDS, LONDON, BIRMINGHAM PROOF MARKS, CIRCA 1830 with brass barrel formed in three stages and swelling at the muzzle, octagonal breech struck with proof marks and engraved with a band of foliage, top-mounted spring bayonet (button catch terminal missing), engraved tang fitted with bayonet-release catch, stepped lock (re-engraved, later signature), full stock, engraved brass mounts comprising trigger-guard with pineapple finial and a game bird on the bow, and butt-plate en suite, and horn-tipped wooden ramrod with iron worm 36.2 cm; 14 1/4 in barrel
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A FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS SIGNED THEOP RICHARDS, LONDON, BIRMINGHAM PROOF MARKS, CIRCA 1830 with brass barrel formed in three stages and swelling at the muzzle, octagonal breech struck with proof marks and engraved with a band of foliage, top-mounted spring bayonet (button catch terminal missing), engraved tang fitted with bayonet-release catch, stepped lock (re-engraved, later signature), full stock, engraved brass mounts comprising trigger-guard with pineapple finial and a game bird on the bow, and butt-plate en suite, and horn-tipped wooden ramrod with iron worm 36.2 cm; 14 1/4 in barrel
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Thomas Del Mar Ltd is happy to provide a list of recommended fine art shippers and couriers upon request. Buyers are reminded that it is their responsibility to comply with UK export regulations and with any local import requirements.The display mounts used in the catalogue and sale exhibition, including armour stands and mannequins, may be made available to the successful buyer of the relevant lot. Please contact us for prices and further details.