Fine Ottoman Turkish Gold-Decorated and Silver-Mounted Flintlock Holster Pistol, Early 19th Century. Exceptionally ornate Ottoman Turkish flintlock holster pistol. Barrel and lock are richly decorated in gold with elaborate military trophies, including cannon, standards, arms, crescents, and martial emblems amid scrolling ornament. The barrel further bears a small gold-decorated cartouche with an Ottoman-script inscription or mark. The carved hardwood stock is extensively mounted with pierced and engraved silver decoration, including an elaborate engraved silver muzzle sleeve and numerous foliate appliques. Complete with decorative ramrod. A particularly striking example of high-grade Ottoman arms craftsmanship. Overall length: approx. 18in. Barrel length: 11in.