Summary
1907 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1906 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style A4
Serial 6387
Factory Order number: 409
Description
Fleur-de-lis inlaid in pickguard and peghead. Stamped lettering saying "Geib Challenge Chicago Trade Mark" on case. The text "Order 409" is on the neck block according to eBay seller
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Canvas case
- Superb condition
- Black finish
- Inlaid pickguard
- Handel inlaid tuners
Source
From eBay
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