Martin Handeraft horn
17 October 2022
Description

Martin low pitch serial number 45844 Mother of Pearl top keys

Dimensions

26 inch straight horn

Provenance

part of the musical instrument collection of Neil Eberhardt who played in bands and orchestras in the 20s through 50d

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within about 22 hours
By Delia
Oct 18, 16:49 UTC
Fair Market Value
$200 - $300 USD
Suggested Asking Price $350 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 Martin Handcraft C soprano saxophone
low pitch serial number 45844, made in Elkhart, Ind., circa 1920s
with mother of pearl top keys
26 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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