26th May, 2021 10:30 GMT/BST

Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools

 
Lot 3034
 

3034

Clifford Essex & Son Special XX Five String Banjo 11'' head, 22 frets, 28 lugs, dowel stick has...

Clifford Essex & Son Special XX Five String Banjo 11'' head, 22 frets, 28 lugs, dowel stick has makers plaque 'Clifford Essex & Son 15a Grafton St. Bond St. London W', with decorative Mother-of-Pearl inlay to fingerboard and headstock which also has inlayed metal shield (in hard case)

Sold for £750
Estimated at £400 - £600


 

Wear to frets and some dishing of fingerboard from use. A small part of MOP has been replaced in 1st fret. Appears to be no cracks or repairs to neck or body.

 


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Auction: Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools, 26th May, 2021

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