Gibson five string banjo, serial no.16121 stamped to the bac...

by Gardiner Houlgate
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Hammer

£900

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Gibson five string banjo, serial no.16121 stamped to the back of the head, with 11" diameter skin, 26.5" scale, with Bacon type internal resonator with f holes, case
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** New information: This is an RB170 model banjo and was made as an open back. The internal resonator has been added by someone in the past; it didn't come from the factory that way. The serial number places its date of manufacture in 1961. 

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Although there do not appear to be any serious condition issues, the instrument does bear the scars of having been well played, see images for guidance, personal viewing always advised

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Auction Date:
13th Mar 26 at 11am GMT

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