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C-melody tenor saxophone, low pitch
Maker: C. G. Conn, Ltd.
Date: 1921 ca.
Place Made:Elkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Model: New Wonder 8M
Serial No: 78564
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by floral design: MADE BY / C.G. CONN Ltd. / ELKHART / IND.
MarkingsStamped on lower back side: PATD. DEC. 8. 1914 / 1119954 / C / 78564 / L
DescriptionSilver-plated brass. Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, and side C keys. Alternate high F key. Alternate G# trill key. Split Eb key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Black little finger rollers. Key location on bell (from player’s perspective) with low C# and low Bb on right side; low B on left side.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: 50 in (1218 mm)
Bell diameter: 5 in (127 mm)
Bell diameter: 5 in (127 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Terms
Credit Line: Arne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Not on view
Object number: 01771