The 1879 rifle was a BLACK POWDER gun, and not made in stainless steel. You may have a modern reproduction. Please repost with full markings on the rifle, and we will try to help.
William P. Remington was born in 1879.
Steel Arm Johnny Taylor was born on 1879-08-12.
$2000
$110 - $200.
About $30.
$558.00
Circulated Morgans dated 1879 have retail values of $17.00-$26.00 depending on grade.
The value of a 1879 1 rupee Indian coin depends on its condition. This coin in excellent condition is valued between 24.99 and 39.99 as of 2014.
Assuming no mintmarks, circulated Morgan dollars from 1879 are worth $17.00-$26.00 depending on condition.
$558.00
The value of $40,000 in 1879 would be equal to about $964,000 in the currency of today. That is more than 22 times its value over the course of 135 years.
Current retail for an 1879 Shield nickel ranges from about $400 if very worn, up to $750 if almost uncirculated.