u/-Nabil

I recently acquired what appears to be an antique flintlock pistol, possibly Ottoman/Balkan origin, and I’m trying to learn more about it.

From my own research, it might be a kubur, possibly from the late 18th to early 19th century, but I’m far from certain.

I would really appreciate any help with identifying:

•	The approximate year/period of manufacture

•	The most likely region of origin

•	Whether this looks like an original historical piece or a later reproduction

•	Signs of later repairs/replaced parts (for example, the screw/plate in picture 3 looks newer to me)

•	What details indicate authenticity

•	A rough idea of current market value

The pistol has mother-of-pearl inlays and a strongly curved grip, which made me think of Ottoman/Balkan styles, but I’m not sure whether that assumption is correct.