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Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Black-powder revolver goes for $25K
A Samuel Colt .44-caliber black powder revolver once owned by a sergeant with the First Minnesota Volunteer Infantryman sold for auction for $25,000. The piece included the original box, holder, cartridge box, belt and belt buckle. • Article
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That is certainly an awesome addition to the museum. To have original history like that is amazing.
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