Thomas Boyd Gunmaker.

Thomas Boyd
Gunmaker

Limerick

A Pair of Percussion Duelling Pistols by John Silk (c1800-1805) , converted to percussion by 

Thomas James Boyd. c.1830.

Original Photography courtesy Wallis & Wallis Sale no.221, June 1976.

Thomas Boyd/Thomas James Boyd approximate trading dates:

 Thomas Boyd                                          1821- 1824        15 Rutland Street

 Thomas James Boyd.                             1838-1840               George Street

 Thomas James Boyd 1840-1846.          1840-1846         25  Patrick Street                                                                                                  

Gunmaker's trade/cards are extremely rare for the county of Limerick. The above picture is  a very poor photocopy of this trade card but so rare are these labels that it was thought worthwhile sharing.

 We are always keen to see or buy Limerick trade cards/labels. 

Dave Stroud. ramrodantiques.co.uk.