Summary
1918 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1917 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style A
Serial 40669
Factory order number unknown
Description
VGC except needs work (refret to straighten neck, some loose top binding, setup, etc. - sold AS-IS), Sheraton Brown finish, ivoroid-bound top, unbound ebony fretboard with dot inlays, replacement adjustable bridge, replacement tuners, back has been removed and reglued somewhat imperfectly, small crack on back repaired, with period HSC
(DB - Serial has a ? after it in original listing)