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Banjo, Five String

Maker A.C. Fairbanks & Co.

Datec. 1900

Mediumwood, metal

DimensionsOverall: 11 x 24 in. (27.9 x 61 cm)

ClassificationsMusical Tools and Equipment

Credit LineDonor says circa 1900 and was used by John W. Kelly.

Terms

Catalog number76.129

DescriptionNo 2 special, 75951, carved into wood support inside banjo. 1695B carved on inside wood rim. Head is nickel plated and has 24 nickel plated brackets. Neck is cherry and highly polished with inlaid mother of pearl. Position dots pegs are ivory. Three recessed diamonds are carved into the neck. Banjo has an opaque head. Written inside in pencil is John W. Kelly, Reading Mich. $ 15.00.

Maker: A.J.Fairbanks & Co. (?)

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