Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Martini Henry Single-shot Rifle, c. 1885, .303 British caliber, walnut stock, the receiver marked on the right side with a crown over "VR" and "ENFIELD/1885" crowned broad arrow mark, and "I.C.I.," the left side marked "CITADEL/1905," with various other inspector's marks, (missing cleaning rod),overall lg. 37 1/4 in.
Estimate $200-300
Stock partially refished.
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Keywords
Henry Single-shotChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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