Something to consider: In 1892 a guinea was equal to approximately $5.US, so 60 guineas would be equal to about $300. in 1892. According to the internet inflation calculator, $300. in 1892 would be equal to $7185.37 today. That's a lot of money for a mid grade shotgun! It points up what a relative bargin some of these older guns are today and how afflent the original buyers must have been.

RB

C. Roger Bleile
Author of American Engravers-The 21st Century
FEGA Historian
www.engravingglossary.com