Summary
1924 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1926 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style A
Serial 80773
Factory order number unknown
Description
Snakehead. Headstock break at the truss rod (eBay photos show what look like an intact truss rod at the break). Black finish, purfling ring similar to an A3 or A2Z, clamp-style pickguard. Original tailpiece cover, pickguard, bridge, worn green-lined case.
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Green-lined hardshell case
- Damaged, needs restoration
- Black finish
- Truss rod
Source
From eBay
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