This is my Vintage "The Gibson" Model A3 Mandolin With Hardshell Case (SN:41255) dates between 1918-1920 Stamped 11029 on the inside.
Oval paper label inside sound hole. Model number a3 ,Type Mandolin, Serial No. 41255 are written in pencil and very faded.
Item comes as pictured. It is in good cosmetic condition. It has some scuffs and scratches. Please see photographs. (More available upon request.)
It looks like a professional repair may have been made on the base of the neck.
Includes:
Mandolin
Pick guard (has some damage)
Picks
Strings
Hardshell case
It would make a lovely addition to a collection.
Natural satin refinish, double bound body, carved spruce top, multi ring rosette, birch back and sides, mahogany neck, bound ebony fretboard, dot inlays, 20 frets, compensated bridge, engraved tailpiece cover, tortoise pickguard, headstock overlay features logo and floral inlay, 4-on-a-plate tuners with ivoroid buttons.
You could email me for some photos and inquires. My Email is (macoastiejoseph@aol.com)
Thanks for looking. Joseph.
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