"Peacemaker" Colt Single-Action Army Revolver, serial no. 4519 1874

This Colt Single-Action Army Revolver, known as the "Peacemaker," is a significant artifact of American history. Created by Samuel Colt in 1874, this iconic firearm, with its distinctive long barrel and cylinder, helped to shape the Wild West. The revolver, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Colt's ingenuity and its impact on American culture. This particular revolver, serial number 4519, is a notable example of the Colt's impact on American history.