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19RH-126 SOUTHERERN 248

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:420.00 USD Estimated At:1,400.00 - 2,800.00 USD
19RH-126 SOUTHERERN 248
Early ‘Southerner” .41 caliber rimfire derringer showing deluxe New York scroll engraving and period ivory grips, S/N 248. No “Southerner” marking on the barrel or manufactures name and was never marked! 80%plus original toning blue on the barrel and natural uncleaned brass patina that shows silver plate inside frame. The grips show minor chips with normal aging. Our consignor bought this derringer in San Francisco in the seventies from an elderly lady whose mother used it for her self-defense on the streets of San Francisco in 19th century. A little gem of an engraved derringer that’s only changed hand 3 times in 100 plus years.(Antique) Est.: $1400-$2800