Impossible to value with just the sn.
No way to assess worth with only the serial number.
No way to value a firearm with only a serial number, even if provided.
depends on condition and age. age depends on serial number
Impossible to value with only the serial number. Could be 10-10000 USD
Tell us a serial number, and I can get the info for you....
50 -550 usd
what is a 1978 .38 special colt cobra serial #m52453 nickel plated with pearl handle worth?
-60-600 USd
I found a Colt army special with that serial number being made about 1916.Don.t know the value though it would depend on it's condition.
Your question is pretty much not answerable as asked. Colt has made many handguns in that caliber in different models and variations of models. You also did not provide the serial number. If you call Colt and give them the sn, they can tell you.
As much as somebody will pay for it. How about a little more information? Caliber? Barrel length? Model number? General condition? Gonna need a little more than just a serial number there, Corky.
According to this proofhouse website http://proofhouse.com/colt/index.html the model 1878 was only made up to 1905 with the final serial number being 51210. I don't know how much your gun is worth but with a serial number 117187 it is not a model 1878