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Mezzo soprano saxophone,  F, low pitch
Mezzo soprano saxophone, F, low pitch
Mezzo soprano saxophone,  F, low pitch

Mezzo soprano saxophone, F, low pitch

Date1928 ca.
Place MadeElkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Model24M
Serial No.213789
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by floral design: MADE BY / C. G. CONN Ltd. / ELKHART-IND. / U.S.A.
MarkingsStamped on lower back side: PATD. DEC. 8. 1914 / 1119954 / F / M213789 / L
DescriptionSatin finish, silver-plated brass with burnished engraving and key work. Gold wash bell interior. Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, side C keys. Alternate high F key. Alternate G# trill. Split Eb key. Knurled G# plateau key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Mother-of-pearl little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective) with low C# on right side of bell; low B and Bb on left side.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: 37-1/2 in (951 mm)
Bell diameter: 3-7/8 in (101 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number00522
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