Colt Third Model Deringer Thuer with Pistol purse

This is a US made Colt Third Model Deringer or "Thuer" single shot pistol chambered in .41 rimfire. Production started circa 1870 ending in 1912 with just 48,000 ever made. The serial number of this example 46181 would indicate that it was made circa 1910-11. Accompanying this pistol is a very rare pistol purse designed to look like a purse or spectacle case. It has a compartment for one round should the pistol not already be loaded!! A rare set!