Baritone saxophone, E-flat, low pitch
Maker
C. G. Conn, Ltd.
Date1926 ca.
Place MadeElkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
Model12M
Serial No.M189715
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by floral engraving: MADE BY / C.G. CONN LTD. / ELKHART – IND. / U.S.A.MarkingsStamped on lower back side: PATD. DEC. 8 1914 / 1119954 / B / M189715 / L
Stamped underneath G# touchpiece: 189715
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. Knurled G# plateau key. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces. Black little finger rollers. Keys on bell (from player’s perspective) with low Bb on right side; low C# and low B on left side.
DimensionsApproximate sound length: 83 in (2110 mm)
Bell diameter: 7-1/4 in (184 mm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number03189
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