Arms & ArmorFirearms-Pistols-Flintlockca. 1850–75; lock, dated 1145 A.H. / 1732 A.D.Miquelet Pistol is a firearms-pistols-flintlock of Turkish origin created in ca. 1850–75; lock, dated 1145 A.H. / 1732 A.D. using steel, nephrite, gold, emeralds, garnets, gold measuring L. 20 1/2 in. (52 cm); L. of barrel 14 1/2 in. (36.9 cm)… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, nephrite, gold, emeralds, garnets, gold |
| Dimensions | L. 20 1/2 in. (52 cm); L. of barrel 14 1/2 in. (36.9 cm); Cal. .62 in. (15 mm); Wt. 2 lb. 6 oz. (1077.2 g) |
| Classification | Firearms-Pistols-Flintlock |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Gift of Giulia P. Morosini, in memory of her father, Giovanni P. Morosini, 1923 |
| Date | ca. 1850–75; lock, dated 1145 A.H. / 1732 A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1732 – 1900.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Miquelet Pistol?
Miquelet Pistol is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Miquelet Pistol created?
Miquelet Pistol dates to ca. 1850–75; lock, dated 1145 A.H. / 1732 A.D..
What material is Miquelet Pistol made from?
Miquelet Pistol is crafted from steel, nephrite, gold, emeralds, garnets, gold.
Is Miquelet Pistol in the public domain?
Miquelet Pistol is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026