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Originally Posted by Fly320s
Sharps New Model 1863 cartridge conversion carbine. Caliber .50-70. Gun retaining 10%-15% of original case color blue. 90% wood finish. 95% for the cartouche mark. Metal stampings correct. $1700 - $1900.
This auction shows one in nearly new condition for $6,900, so yours with the worn finish on the metal could be around that $1,800 mark.
https://www.morphyauctions.com/james...carbine-46482/
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Does .50-70 caliber increase value because of rarity, or decrease the value because of difficulty of finding ammo?