Is the gun original percussion, with a nipple for a percussion cap, or has it been converted to use a metallic cartridge?
I own several M1859 and M1863 Sharps. All show obvious wear,consistent with use in service; my personal tastes exclude any creampuff specimens, as they never saw use during the war. Many of my collector friends agree with this selection, but there are a few folks who prefer near mint examples; your task is to locate one interested in your specific weapon. While you will have to pay a commission, I'd say the best way to get exposure of such a mint piece is to have one of the top auction houses sell it for you. Cowan's, Amoskeag, Rock Island; these auction houses have frequent offerings of top items, and have established mailings lists of most selective collectors.