^Lot 279 EARLY BAG GRIP HENRY DERINGER GENTLEMANS PISTOL

SERIAL NUMBER N/A BARREL 4 3/8" CALIBER .44 PERCUSSION MANUFACTURED CIRCA 1850-1860. Very early Mid-sized Deringer Gentleman's pistol with 4 3/8" 44 caliber percussion barrel marked "DERINGER " at breech and engraved lock marked " DERINGER PHILA". Checkered one piece walnut bag grips with steel round trigger guard and German silver forend cap. Hickory loading rod with German silver band. CONDITION. Good with barrel, lock and trigger guard having turned patina with age. Stock is lightly worn but without cracks or distress. Action operates properly. ANTIQUE