Auction: Musical Instruments - 2595BLocation: BostonDate / Time: April 29, 2012 12:00PM
Description:
American Five-string Banjo, A.C. Fairbanks & Company, Boston, c. 1890,Model "Electric," the dowel stick stamped 997, AC FAIRBANKS & CO, MAKERS, BOSTON MASS and ELECTRIC, diameter of head 11 3/8 in.
Estimate $200-300
Missing pegs for fifth and second strings, missing bridge. Scalloped tone ring, spun pot, grooved tension hoop. Missing pearl inlay at 5th, 7th and 9th position. Fret wear in first three positions.