Summary
1914 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1912 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style F2
Serial 17731
Factory order number unknown
Description
Black finish. Peghead scroll broken off. Later adjustible bridge. "The Gibson" inlaid in peghead, Handel inlaid tuners
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Damaged, needs restoration
- Black finish
- Handel inlaid tuners
Source
From eBay
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