1927 Conn 80H New Symphony Tenor Trombone GL-065_A4-06
Title: Tenor Trombone
Maker: C. G. Conn
Model: 80H New Symphony (Medium Bore)
Date: 1927
Geography: Elkhart, Indiana, United States
Material: Brass
Serial Number: 246882
Accession Number: GL-065_A4-06
Provenance: Founding Greenleaf Donation from Conn Museum, 1969
Description
Key: B-flat
Pitch: Low
Finish: Gold-plated
Lacquer: No
Engraving: Engraved bell with “MADE BY / C. G. Conn Ltd. (in banner) / ELKHART - IND. / U.S.A.” inside a circle surrounded by scrolling floral decoration. The bell features a circle with an Indigenous man looking out over water, possibly looking towards a ship which could suggest a pilgrims landing motif. Elaborate and detailed floral decoration extending along the whole length of the instrument. Wavy line embellishments near the bell rim.
Mouthpiece: Yes
Accessories: No
Case: No
Notes:
F-attachment rotary valve
Main tuning mechanism is on hand slide.
Stamped with a star symbol, indicating a custom request or special finish.
Atypical thumb loop, possibly included as a customization for the original owner.
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