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Vintage late 1800's - 1900's George Washburn 5-String Banjo, Model 1055 / Gibson
Estimated price for orientation: 1 200 $
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Vintage late 1800's - early 1900's George Washburn 5-String banjo in Excellent condition. I believe this is a Model 1055. Serial number: 3452 Made in Chicago, IL, USA.
Fully intact with beautifully carved heel and fancy abalone inlays. Neck is straight. Comes with very old (original?) bottom-entry case. Banjo is all original. There is no sign of damage or repairs. Original tuners with patent date of 1888, original tailpiece. Nickle silver rim with 24 original brackets. Tubular tone ring. Rim measures 11.5" (outer edge to outer edge diameter), skin head diameter is 11".
Great player with superb tone.Will ship internationally.
Description
Vintage late 1800's - early 1900's George Washburn 5-String banjo in Excellent condition. I believe this is a Model 1055. Serial number: 3452 Made in Chicago, IL, USA.
Fully intact with beautifully carved heel and fancy abalone inlays. Neck is straight. Comes with very old (original?) bottom-entry case.
Fully intact with beautifully carved heel and fancy abalone inlays. Neck is straight. Comes with very old (original?) bottom-entry case.
Banjo is all original. There is no sign of damage or repairs. Original tuners with patent date of 1888, original tailpiece. Nickle silver rim with 24 original brackets. Tubular tone ring. Rim measures 11.5" (outer edge to outer edge diameter), skin head diameter is 11".
Great player with superb tone.Will ship internationally.
Great player with superb tone.Will ship internationally.