Al Capone's Revolver Is on the Auction Block
Christie's is auctioning off a collection of guns and other American memorabilia including, most notably, a pistol once owned by infamous gangster Al Capone.
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The gun, a Colt .38, was made in 1929, the same year as the St. Valentine's Day Massacre.
It's expected to sell for as much as $115,000, and comes with a letter and signed affidavit from Capone's brother's widow, stating the gun was owned and used by Al Capone, according to the auction house.
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Also for sale at the June 22 auction in London is a .44-40 'Model 1873' six-shot single action army revolver once owned by bandit Thomas Coleman “Cole” Younger.
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The revolver, also a Colt, dates from 1881. It's estimated to sell for up to $140,000.
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