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1917 Class A, Besson & Co Cornet Silver covered brass England and Australia

$ 335.28

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Finish: Silver-Plated
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Bell Material: Brass
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Model: Class A Prototype
  • Brand: Besson
  • Exact Year: 1917
  • Skill Level: Professional

    Description

    A VERY GOOD CONDITION 1917 Class A, Besson & Co, Cornet, Silver covered brass made in England, Sykes from Melbourne, Australia. Sykes was the importer and distributer for Besson in Australia. This horn comes with original HARD WOOD carry case. This is a solid instrument. It is well built and wears its age beautifully.  The bell is deeply scribed "Class A New Creation 50 Medals of Honour Besson & Co Prototype 198 Euston Road London England" and "A.P. Sykes Melbourne" ...  Silvered brass with deep detailed foliate engraving to the bell. Serial number indicates 1917 manufactured. Condition is "used" .... shipped UPS Ground flat rate in the lower 48. Thx.