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Description: | An incomplete lead alloy toy gun of Post-medieval to Modern date (AD 1700-1900). The object is composed of two cast faces secured together via two perforating rivets located at the trigger mechanism. The trigger mechanism is partially retained and made from iron. Both faces of the handle are decorated with an integrally cast pattern composed of an interlaced curvilinear scroll design and a minor amount of crosshatching towards the trigger mechanism. The trigger and barrel are missing due to an old break.The toy petronel is a off white colour, with an even surface patina.The form resembles that of toy petronels or cavalry pistols reported from London, where a 17th-century date is suggested (Forsyth and Egan 2005, page 97, no. 1.39). However the overall shape of the handle in this instance (which is broad and steeply carved similar to Post-medieval to Modern hand/light gun) is suggestive of a later form and date giving the object a modern date.Similar examples can be seen on the PAS database, Unique ID: NMS-657775; KENT-761751, SUR-66DB81 and SUSS-41C181.Forsyth, H. & Egan, G. 2005. Toys, Trifles and Trinkets. Base-metal miniatures from London 1200 to 1800. Museum of London. Unicorn Press.
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