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Double-barreled percussion pistol by Mr. B.F. Baron van Heemstra van Froma and Eibersburen
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Double-barreled percussion pistol by Mr. B.F. Baron van Heemstra van Froma and Eibersburen

anonymous · c. 1813 · cutting; burnished; engraving; iron (metal); wood (plant material); brass (alloy)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Percussion pistol, part of a pair. Two barrels placed one above the other, mid-19th century. Burnished round rifled barrels. Brass front sight bead, no tang. Engraved with iron furniture. Smooth stock with a checkered grip. Knob with carrying ring and compartment for percussion caps. Iron nail-shaped ramrod, stored on the side of the weapon.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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percussion pistolNetherlands
Credit lineDubbelloops percussiepistool van Mr B.F. Baron van Heemstra van Froma en Eibersburen. c. 1813. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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