Tuba, E-flat, low pitch
Makerby
C. G. Conn, Ltd.
Date1922 ca.
Place MadeElkhart, Indiana, United States, North America
ModelNew Wonder Giant Model
Serial No.188071
SignedEngraved on bell, surrounded by scrolling design: MADE BY / C. G. CONN Ltd. / ELHART, IND. / U. S. A.MarkingsStamped on each valve casing: “1” on first valve, “2” on second valve, “3” on third valve, “4” on fourth valve. The serial number (188071) is stamped vertically on the second valve casing.
DescriptionBrass; with silver-plated, satin finish and burnished points. Four, front-action Perinet piston valves. Mother-of-pearl touchpieces.
DimensionsBell diameter: 20” (70.8 cm)
Height: ca. 35” (88.9 cm)
ProvenanceArne B. Larson Collection, Vermillion, South Dakota, 1979.
Credit LineArne B. Larson Collection, 1979
Object number01344
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Pan American Band Instrument and Case Company, Division of C. G. Conn, Ltd.
1932 ca.
