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Rare Antique Concertina C Jeffries Anglo
Estimated price for orientation: 4 500 $
Category: Concertinas
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
Rare and top of the range Antique Concertina with makers mark on one end:C.JeffriesMaker38 notes/bassesPatterned fillagree metal on both ends with the hand rest and leather. All in good condition.No damage to the internal reeds. In really good condition for its age ... i do not know how to play it personally, but the notes work and it sounds really lovely (I would so love to hear someone play this little beauty properly)... it only shows some wear to the outer edges of the external leather on two corners, probably due to sitting. It is being sold 'AS IS' ... the photos show the condition, and I am happy to answer any questions that I can.I believe that the key is C/G, thanks to the help of someone who knows much more about these instruments than I do :-)Approx size: 150mm or 6 inches tall when closed completely.Leather case still in good condition Unfortunately the leather hinge attaching the lid to the bottom part of the case has come away ... The lid is still sitting perfectly on top of the case and I do not imagine it would be hard to fix... Lining showing some wear. Approx size 190mm or 7 1/2 inches tall and approx 200mm or 8 inches in diameter or width.We have researched this instrument and understand that it is the best of this type and most sought after..PLEASE NOTE:The shipping options do not include any Insurance to this value - they are the shipping costs only. If the buyer wishes to have Insurance included, they must let me know prior to making payment, and I will be in contact with the costs and details.We can also offer international courier services... again please contact us prior to bidding so we can try and find the most economical and suitable method of shipping to your destination.
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
Rare and top of the range Antique Concertina with makers mark on one end:C.JeffriesMaker38 notes/bassesPatterned fillagree metal on both ends with the hand rest and leather. All in good condition.No damage to the internal reeds. In really good condition for its age ... i do not know how to play it personally, but the notes work and it sounds really lovely (I would so love to hear someone play this little beauty properly)... it only shows some wear to the outer edges of the external leather on two corners, probably due to sitting. It is being sold 'AS IS' ... the photos show the condition, and I am happy to answer any questions that I can.I believe that the key is C/G, thanks to the help of someone who knows much more about these instruments than I do :-)Approx size: 150mm or 6 inches tall when closed completely.Leather case still in good condition Unfortunately the leather hinge attaching the lid to the bottom part of the case has come away ... The lid is still sitting perfectly on top of the case and I do not imagine it would be hard to fix... Lining showing some wear. Approx size 190mm or 7 1/2 inches tall and approx 200mm or 8 inches in diameter or width.We have researched this instrument and understand that it is the best of this type and most sought after..PLEASE NOTE:The shipping options do not include any Insurance to this value - they are the shipping costs only. If the buyer wishes to have Insurance included, they must let me know prior to making payment, and I will be in contact with the costs and details.We can also offer international courier services... again please contact us prior to bidding so we can try and find the most economical and suitable method of shipping to your destination.