Musical Instruments
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SI-1. Autoharp. Zimmerman No. 73,
made by the Oscar Schmidt Co., Jersey City, NJ. 1940s model, with a plain front.
Twelve chord model (Gm, B=, A7,
C7, Dm, F, E7, G7,
Am, C, D7, G), black lacquer finish with a gold stripe
around the top edge, 37 strings, wooden chord bar hold and chord bars. Some
minor finish checking and a couple worn spots along the edges, but this
instrument is in remarkably nice shape, with no cracks, open seems, or other
damage. Even the chord bar felts seem to be in good shape, and it has a good
full sound even with the old strings. Includes a period instruction book and the
original chipboard case. Sold as is. Very good. $150.00
SI-2. Hopf Violin. Early 20th
century fiddle marked "Hopf" on the back by the neck button, and with the same
stamp inside as seen through the bass f hole (instead of a label). Plays and
sounds very good, looks okay - There is one repaired top crack that doesn't look
as good as I wish it did, metal friction tuners (which work better and are not
as heavy as I thought they would be) replace the wooden pegs, and there is some
wear overall on the instrument. The body might also have a newer clear varnish
over the original, but even this was done before I bought it 10 years ago. It is
a nice playing instrument that has a sort of dark but sweet tone; not a
powerhouse, but a good sounding fiddle for small groups or solo playing. Includes
a student case and wood bow. $195.00
SI-3. Fiddle with a Carved Lyre on the Back.
Unlabeled violin, early 20th century. The back has a carved outline of a lyre in
the center of the back with two pearl dots. No maker's or repairer's name of
marks, except for a crudely carved "H" on the lower bout near the bottom edge.
Even brown varnish on the front, and somewhat uneven on the back, suggesting
that the finish may have been touched up at some time. Ebony fittings.
Very good condition, with a good strong and even tone. New good quality
rectangular case and a satin bag included. An
attractive and distinctive instrument. $500.00
SI-4. Violin Case. New 4/4 size violin
case. Nylon outer covering with outside pocket, closes with two zippers and a
latch, maroon velvet interior. Suspension fit, velcro neck restraint, generous
accessory pocket. Satin lined instrument blanket. Four bow holders and string
tube in the lid. An excellent case; I bought several and ended up with one more
than needed. $85.00
SI-5. More on the next page
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