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Lawrie Bagpipes owned by Alan Young played by Marilyn Monroe
Estimated price for orientation: 2 000 $
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You have a bit of this 'n that. The drones and blowpipe are RG Lawrie and appear to be around 1940, although difficult to say from the pictures. They might be 1930's but I can't see enough of the detail to be certain. The mount material is plastic. It is not celluloid as was commonly used by Lawrie. It appears to be a neutral material that came after celluloid and before they started using catalin. I wish I could be more specific however that's all I have at this point. For the drones and blowpipe, you're probably looking at about $1,000. The name "Lawrie" may get you more. These weren't "classic" Lawrie bagpipe however the name carries lots of weight with some. The chanter in the bagpipe appears to be a 3/4 size chanter made of cocuswood. This does not belong with this bagpipe and would appeal to individuals specifically looking for such and would probably bring about $150. Perhaps a touch more. The practice chanters are a bit rough. One is missing the sole and the other looks to have a replacement sole fitted. Still, separately they may be worth about $100 each, without knowing the maker or having other details. If you're selling, I might be interested as I collect these things. I hope this is helpful to you. Ron Ron Bowen The Bagpipe Place
Description
You have a bit of this 'n that. The drones and blowpipe are RG Lawrie and appear to be around 1940, although difficult to say from the pictures. They might be 1930's but I can't see enough of the detail to be certain. The mount material is plastic. It is not celluloid as was commonly used by Lawrie. It appears to be a neutral material that came after celluloid and before they started using catalin. I wish I could be more specific however that's all I have at this point. For the drones and blowpipe, you're probably looking at about $1,000. The name "Lawrie" may get you more. These weren't "classic" Lawrie bagpipe however the name carries lots of weight with some. The chanter in the bagpipe appears to be a 3/4 size chanter made of cocuswood. This does not belong with this bagpipe and would appeal to individuals specifically looking for such and would probably bring about $150. Perhaps a touch more. The practice chanters are a bit rough. One is missing the sole and the other looks to have a replacement sole fitted. Still, separately they may be worth about $100 each, without knowing the maker or having other details. If you're selling, I might be interested as I collect these things. I hope this is helpful to you. Ron Ron Bowen The Bagpipe Place