Summary
manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1911 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style F4
Serial 12853
Factory order number unknown
Description
Natural or "blonde" finish. Double flowerpot inlay, handel inlaid tuners. Spectacular flamed maple back & sides with a vertical "football" shaped sunburst. The top finish color is well worn, likely original or at least a very old customization. One repaired top crack starting at lower treble point.
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Maple back
- Blonde or Natural finish
- Unusual instrument
Source
From Dan Beimborn.
Dan Beimborn is the designer and operator of the Mandolin Archive. Descriptions and photographs are copyright Dan Beimborn unless otherwise indicated, and may not be reproduced without permission.
