1920 Gibson H-4

 

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  • Year: 1920
  • Manufacturer: Gibson
  • Model: H-4
  • Case: Original Hard
  • Color: red sunburst varnish
  • Condition: Excellent
  • Description: Gibson H-4 Model Carved Top Mandola (1920), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 60195, red sunburst varnish finish, original black hard shell case. Overall length is 28 1/2 in. (72.4 cm.), 11 in. (27.9 cm.) width, and 2 in. (5.1 cm.) in depth, measured at side of rim. Scale length is 15 3/4 in. (400 mm.). Width of nut is 1 5/16 in. (33 mm.). Light average play wear overall; the only noticeable repair is a sealed 2" crack to the top just off the scroll. A very faint impression of a strap or similar can be seen on the back finish; this is only noticeable on close observation. A beautiful mandola with a truly wonderful sound. Generally Excellent Condition.