E-flat Cornet made by J. Howard Foote Company in New York and Chicago
It's a E-flat Cornet made by J. Howard Foote, it's made with silver plated brass and has 3 Perinet piston valves. We think that it was made in 1878-1882 in New York.
13in x 4 3/4in x5 1/2in
Inherited
Yes
Hi Rodney,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique E-flat silverplated brass cornet
made by J. Howard Foote, NY and Chicago, late 19th Century
The bell engraved "J. HOWARD FOOTE / PARTS NEW YORK / AND / CHICAGO", with three Perinet piston valves.
13in x 4 3/4in x5 1/2in
CONDITION: This cornet appears to be in good cosmetic condition with some tarnishing but no other cosmetic issues (dents, repairs, losses) visible in the accompanying photo.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 500-700*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
