Tuba, E-flat, low pitch
Maker
C. G. Conn, Ltd.
Date1918 ca.
Place MadeElkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Serial No.161839
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by floral design, and gold-plated: MADE BY / C. G. CONN LTD. / ELKHART / IND.MarkingsStamped valve casings, respectively: 1 2 3 4
Stamped on second valve casing: 161839
Stamped on second valve casing: PATENTED
DescriptionBrass; with silver-plated, satin finish. Gold wash engraving and bell interior. Four, bottom-sprung Perinet piston valves. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces.
DimensionsHeight: 775 mm
Bell diameter: 455 mm
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number00353
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