Lot 1369

STERLING TONK BROTHERS CHICAGO Il TENOR BANJO c1920 C1920 Sterling Tonk Brothers Chicago, Il.

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STERLING TONK BROTHERS CHICAGO Il TENOR BANJO c1920 C1920 Sterling Tonk Brothers Chicago, Il.

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STERLING TONK BROTHERS CHICAGO Il TENOR BANJO c1920

C1920 Sterling Tonk Brothers
Chicago, Il. 4-string TENOR BANJO

Un- branded: but likely:
TB Co (Tonk Brothers).

Tailpiece: Original base metal (Patent Applied For)
Inlay: Original Banded inlay throughout
Skin: Original (poss. lambskin)
Bridge: Original hand carved rosewood
Fret Board/Neck: Hardwood w/th banded inlay
Pegs: Friction (Tuners Mother of Pearl)
F Holes: Hand Carved (to back)
Branded: likely TB Co (Tonk Brothers).

Lot Note(s): What makes this banjo a gem is its 100+ year age, F hole carving, and absolutely un-molested dark dry reddish brown patina.
No case
Condition: Good

Condition

Good (see images).

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STERLING TONK BROTHERS CHICAGO Il TENOR BANJO c1920 C1920 Sterling Tonk Brothers Chicago, Il.

Name: STERLING TONK BROTHERS CHICAGO Il TENOR BANJO c1920 C1920 Sterling Tonk Brothers Chicago, Il.
SKU: 173705372
Price: 575 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $765 - $996

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Starting Price $600

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