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Aren't those crossed Halberds? A 14th to 15th century pike-like instrument (part axe, part pike and part hook) used by foot solders to pull mounted Calvary off of their horses?.
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According to a knowledgeable collector whom I corresponded with regarding my E&G Higham 16 serial #4925, pre-1904 Higham serial numbers were from 3136-4774. From 1905 through 1917, the first serial number was 4987. Perhaps this info will help you extrapolate an approximate date of mfg. Gil
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The address on the rib will give you a date range to work in, but unless there is serial number data available, the crossed halberds of the Birmingham proof house are the next best bet for pinning down a date of manufacture. If the gun pre-dates the Halberd data, then you have to use proof-mark date ranges.
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In looking at the pictures sent to me, it appears the proof marks fit into the 1904 to 1925 era. The serial number is 4989. It's a 12ga 2 1/2" chambers Nitro Proof 1 1/8. I will post a picture later.
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Two numbers away from Gil's 4987 indicator for 1905, as above. Looks as if you've got as accurate a dating as your going to get Jamie. That was a good era for the gunmakers (and their materials) so if it's been well looked after it should be a good gun.
Tim
Edit to add that I found a pinfire with serial no 2446 and several guns in a 15### series, which were probably later, may even have been trade guns (probably W&S looking at the actions) bought in for sale under the Higham name. Toby had a nice A&D that he sold, no 3754 from c.1885
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If we get photo(s), I'll comment on value. Higham will be a BV3 maker's name.
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Can you elaborate on what a BV3 maker is please?
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Spectacular thread! Thank you for furnishing...
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