H.Bettony Boston
15 October 2022
Description

Antique Horn Silvabet serial S-2973 needs pads Part of a musical instrument collection played by Neil Eberhardt

Dimensions

20x20

Provenance

musical collection of Neil Eberhardt who played for bands in the 30s and 40s

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 3 days
By Delia
Oct 18, 16:38 UTC
Fair Market Value
$200 - $300 USD
Suggested Asking Price $400 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Darryl,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique H. Bettany silverplated "silvabet" clarinet
made in Boston, Mass., serial number S-2973, circa 1920s/1930s
bright engraved
20 inches long
CONDITION: lacking pads and with some pitting and oxidation throughout; musicality not warranted; retains old and possibly original fitted lined hard case
PROVENANCE: ex Neil Eberhardt
$200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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