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Mezzo soprano saxophone, F, low pitch
Maker: C. G. Conn, Ltd.
Date: 1928 ca.
Place Made:Elkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Model: 24M
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)
Bell diameter: 3-7/8 in (101 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Terms
Credit Line: Arne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Not on view
Object number: 00522