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EARLY VINTAGE GEO WASHBURN BANJO

Estimated price for orientation: 999 $

Category: Banjos
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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 Brand: GEO WASHBURN
Number of Strings: 5 Banjo Type: 5 STRING


EARLY FANCY 1886 GEO WASHBURN MODEL 1050.  THIS IS ORNATEBANJO.  THE TENSION HOOP AND RIM ARE ENGRAVED.  IT HAS A FANCYCARVED HEEL.  THE 26 INCH SCALE AND A 10.5 DIAMETER POT.  THE BANJOPLAYS WELL WITH GOOD ACTION, AND JUST RECENTLY R EFRETTED.  THIS BANJO IS PICTURED IN WASHBURN BOOK  BUY JOHN TEAGLE ON PG 99.IT SOLD FOR 75.00 IN 1886.I HAVE NOT EVER SEEN THIS ERA WASHBURN WITH AN ENGRAVED RIM ANDCARVED HEEL.  COMES WITH A NICE EARLY CASE.