WS13-8

Unknown Maker                   Un-designated Model (Fretless)          5 String

 

S/N: None           1870s                     10 1/8 x 17 1/4" (Nut to Rim)                                5 1/8 lb.

 

 

Original except the tuners and tailpiece. Jim Bollman is of the opinion that the neck and pot were together originally.

 

Condition: Excellent.

 

Background: No specific information available. Likely made in the northeastern U. S. The massive area cut out of the neck near the rim was quite common in this era. No practical reason for this is known.

 

About this instrument:

1) Ex-Bollman Collection.

2) Beautifully grained one piece Brazilian rosewood neck with no fingerboard.

3) Very early banjo to have an engraved metal rim.

 

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