Summary
1924 (Loar Period) manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1924 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandocello, Style K4
Serial 76986
Factory order number unknown
Virzi Serial Number 10134
Description
Owned by Jeff Dearinger of the Uptown Mandolin Quartet in Lawrence, Kansas. This mandocello is part of a four-piece matched Gibson era set for this long-time quartet. Purchased from Gruhn in the late 80's and is said to have been previously owned by Norman Blake. Replacement pickguard ('25 style) and tailpiece cover with reinforment plate. Truss rod.
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