Bonnie's Pistol Up for Sale

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The pistol retrieved from inside the skirt of Bonnie Parker of the infamous gangster duo, Bonnie and Clyde, is up for sale.<br />
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The historic piece of evidence will be auctioned on January 25th.<br />
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Law enforcement officers found the pistol as Bonnie was prepped for burial in 1934.<br />
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Auction officials say the semi-automatic .38 caliber Colt, complete with the clip and six bullets, has a pre-auction estimate of between $125,000 and $175,000.<br />
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The winning bidder will also get historic photos and documentation of the duo's last stand, including a photo of the bullet-riddled Ford 4-Door Sedan.<br />
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Bonnie and her partner Clyde, whose last name is Barrow, were ambushed by law enforcement officers in Louisiana.<br />
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REUTERS/Case Antiques Inc.

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