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Tenor saxophone, B-flat, low pitch

Tenor saxophone, B-flat, low pitch

Date: 1920 ca.
Place Made:Elkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Model: New Wonder (Series I)
Serial No: 60083
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounding by floral design: MADE BY / C. G. CONN LTD. / ELKHART / IND.
MarkingsStamped below thumbrest: PATD.DEC.8.1914 / 1119954 / T / 60039 / L
DescriptionSatin finish, silver-plated brass with burnished engraving and keywork. Gold wash bell interior. Written range: Bb-F. One octave key. Bis Bb, side Bb, forked F#, side C keys. Alternate front high F key. Alternate G# trill key. Split Eb key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Mother-of-pearl little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective) with low C# and low Bb on right side; low B on left side.
DimensionsApproximate sounding length: 55 in (1397 mm)
Bell diameter: 6-/1/4 in (160 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit Line: Arne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Not on view
Object number: 01801