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Fairbanks Five-string Banjo.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
Fairbanks Five-string Banjo.
The c. early 20th century five-string banjo stamped on dowel: "Imperial Electric", with metal label: "The A.C. Fairbanks Co/ Makers/ Boston, Mass". Body diameter 10 11/16in; total length 35 1/2in. Condition: Overall good; surface cracks to peghead; two pieces of inlay missing from neck; drum head soiled/stained, with owner's signature on back; needs re-stringing. Condition Report: All lots are sold as is and where is. Turner Auctions + Appraisals, LLC provides condition reports upon request to aid in your bidding decision. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Turner Auctions + Appraisals, LLC does not give refunds based on condition. Turner Auctions + Appraisals, LLC does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.