Summary
1917 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1916 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style A
Serial 34455
Factory Order number: 3417
Description
Very nice condition. Case with purple lining still looks fluffy and unfaded. Original pickguard, tailpiece cover, bridge. Serial number in pencil, very clean finish.
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- All-original parts
- Purple-lined hardshell case
- Superb condition
- Orange or "pumpkin" finish
Source
From eBay
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