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CONFEDERATE LeMAT REVOLVER & HOLSTER FOR SALE - Lot #0059

This gun and holster are, without question, two of the finest identified Confederate artifacts known to exist. The gun is early, 13XX range and in extremely fine condition retaining prox. 50% original bright blue and near perfect edges, markings, action and checkering of its grips. The holster has been touted by many experts that have seen it as being possibly the finest Confederate Arsenal LeMat holster extant. This gun is fully documented with notarized affidavit as coming from the estate of Mr. Gordon Mercer of Middlesex County, Virginia. It was carried and used during the Civil War by his grandfather. This exact gun is mentioned in Doug Adams' book as ID'd to George W. Mercer of the 55th Virginia Infantry as was written up by the collector who purchased the gun and holster from Gordon Mercer's widow in 2005 after Mr. Mercers death early in the year. Neatly carved into the flap of the holster are the initials "J. C. M.". It has been thought by collectors and historians that these must be initials of a former owner. A little research has proven otherwise. A quick trip to Ancestry.com found that Gordon Mercer's Grandfathers name was actually James C. Mercer and no one else. This information is accurate and without question. James C. Mercer served in the 55th Virginia Infantry, The 24th Virginia Cavalry and the 40th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry. His son (Gordon Mercers father) was named Hugh, after James great-great grandfather (General Hugh Mercer) who served with and was a close friend of George Washington and was killed during the Revolutionary War from wounds suffered at the Battle of Princeton. The next owner needs to research the records of James C. Mercer as well as the service of the regiments with which he served. This is a great opportunity to own some very special history. Have a question about your artifact? Click on our blue icon at the top of the page and contact us !
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