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John Wesley 1890s Five-string Banjo.

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Unmarked 1890's 5 String Banjo. 38 nickel plated hexagonal shaped shoe brackets with tension hooks: Unmarked 1890's 5 String Banjo. 38 nickel plated hexagonal shaped shoe brackets with tension hooks and nuts. Newer tuning machines and goat hide head, some age-appropriate maintenance and restoration,

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Thefive-string banjo with brass-inlaid peghead. Stamped on dowel: "John/ Warranted/ Wesley"; metal hardware on dowel stamped: "PATDApr 10, 94". Body diameter 10 1/4in; total length 33 3/4in. Condition: Overall good; small piece of veneer missing from peghead, and segment of inlay missing from neck; light scratches/wear to neck; needs re-stringing. Condition Report: All lots are sold as is and where is. Turner Auctions + Appraisals, LLC provides condition reports upon request to aid in your bidding decision. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Turner Auctions + Appraisals, LLC does not give refunds based on condition. Turner Auctions + Appraisals, LLC does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.

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John Wesley 1890s Five-string Banjo.

Name: John Wesley 1890s Five-string Banjo.
Brand: John Wesley
SKU: 140343413
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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