1927 Conn 80H New Symphony Tenor Trombone GL-065_A4-06

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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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