Summary
1918 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1917 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style A1
Serial 44478
Factory order number unknown
Description
Pumkin top. "The Gibson" inlaid on peghead. Top binding. Original pickguard clamp replaced with screw-on type (improvised), screw through top of pickguard. Purple-lined hardshell.
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Purple-lined hardshell case
- Orange or "pumpkin" finish
Source
From eBay
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