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RIAC September Premier Auction Exceeds $18 Million

ROCK ISLAND, IL – Rock Island Auction Company held yet another 1862, known as The Great London Exposition, these pistols have
spectacular Premier Auction event September 12th and 13th, 2020 that survived in amazing quality for more than 150 years. After spending
displayed some of the most incredible examples of high art and rare and over a century touring around the world, these guns have finally found
exquisite firearms known to the world. With over $18 million worth of a more permanent home after selling for $373,750.
firearms, accessories, and militaria sold, this Premier Auction was one An extraordinary Ainsworth inspected Colt Single Action Cavalry
for the books. But this auction wasn’t just an extravaganza of guns, Model revolver, with its rare Company K, 4th Cavalry history, sold for
ammunition, and artillery. Featured in the hundreds of lots sold during $207,000.The 4th Cavalry is one of the most famous and decorated
the weekend were war memorabilia that took to the skies in aerial com- U.S. regiments in American history that has significant ties with the
bat during the First World War, incredible works of art from influential pacification mission in Texas. A Texas Confederate L.E. Tucker Navy
artists hailing from across Europe and the Americas, and a stunning revolver sold for $207,000 and is one of only three known to exist.
collection of vintage advertisements, some of which are the only known With direct ties to the American Civil War, its serial number 1 listing,
surviving examples available for private sale. Of course there were a vast and its accompanying documentation, this revolver is a fantastic exam-
collection of firearms so extensive it would take weeks to pursue every ple of how rarity and history can create a perfect storm of desirability
item with the attention and admiration each one individually deserves. and reverence for the past.
Upcoming Auction
Over 6,700 firearms, 3,500+ lots, 3 days, and one location: Rock
Island Auction Company. This fall, Rock Island Auction is excited to
host another amazing and spectacular Sporting & Collectors Firearms
Leading the auction Auction taking place October 8th through the 10th. This sale is prom-
was a very special collection of firearms ising to be one of the largest most anticipated events of the fall, so be
that holds significant historical importance but sure not to miss out.
also remains so rare, other examples simply do not Dozens of high-quality firearms from the world’s top manufacturers
exist. Take the Colt engraved 1847 Walker revolver including Colt, Winchester, and New Haven Arms flood the item
(above) that sold for $460,000 during the auction. It is believed to listings. This auction features firearms embellished so intricately they
be the only Colt Walker extant to have engravings and was the should require magnifying glasses to accompany them to truly appreci-
highest price realized throughout the event. Colt Walkers are ate their beauty. Mark your calendars!
already an extremely rare firearm to find, but an engraved one has no
other equivalent known. It was an honor to be able to sell this fine piece Rock Island Auction Company has been the #1 firearms auction house in the world
of history, and Rock Island Auction Company looks forward to the every year since 2003. We auction tens of thousands of firearms, bladed weapons, mil-
next Walker to make its way through the doors. Also on the “winner’s itary artifacts, and firearms accessories annually. We have a habit of excellence, regu-
podium” of highest prices is the breathtaking cased pair of high-art larly breaking and re-breaking our own records and redefining success in our industry
exhibition pistols crafted by Brun of Paris, an expert gun maker of as more and more customers admire our results and trust our reputation. For more
worldwide note. Originally displayed at the International Exhibition of information, visit rockislandauction.com

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