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Factory Engraved M1862 Colt .36 Caliber Police Percussion Revolver with Ivory Grip. ...
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$7,170.00
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Description
Factory Engraved M1862 Colt .36 Caliber Police Percussion Revolver with Ivory Grip. Serial #15886 matching, and inscribed on the backstrap to "Lieut. Geo. Young/143rd N. Y. V." Factory scroll engraving on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and grip straps, with iconic wolf's head of the faces of the hammer. All numbers match including wedge with "I. E." prefix on barrel, trigger guard and grip strap. Cylinder bears the correct patent markings but no number. The top of the barrel is unmarked with correct accentuated Colt markings on the frame. The gun is unquestionably totally correct and original in every respect. Factory ivory grips very fine with nice mellow age patina. Metal generally bright and smooth with just some scattered light pitting and a couple of minor marks on the cylinder. Mechanically fine, excellent bore. George Young initially enlisted in the 28th New York on May 22, 1861 and was discharged on August 29. He subsequently enlisted as a 2d Lieut. in the 143rd New York on October 8, 1862, doubtless when he obtained this revolver. Young was wounded at Peach Tree Ridge, Ga. July 20, 1864 when a gunshot pierced and splintered his right leg, killing the horse on which he was mounted. He was subsequently discharged October 26, 1864 as a result of the wound. A complete set of records accompanies the gun. A rare Colt with a great history.Auction Info
2008 November Signature Civil War Auction #6015 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2008
20th-21st
Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 3
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