Serial number 44265, .52 caliber, 22 in. round barrel, the top marked SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO./ HARTFORD, CONN and NEW MODEL 1859, the left side of the receiver with C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1846, the right side of the receiver with C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852 and R.S. LAWRENCE PAT / APRIL 12TH 1859, walnut stock with patch box on the butt, one barrel band.

From the Collection of a Virginia Gentleman

Numerous dings to the stock, plus a 5 in. very old loss of wood on the right side forward from the breech; rusting to metallic elements; working action. Attic condition.