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S.S. Stewart Eight-String Banjeaurine, Late 19th Century

Item Details

An S. S. Stewart eight-string banjeaurine, a term used for banjos with a shorter neck than the traditional five-string counterparts. The wooden neck features celluloid tuning pegs, mother of pearl accents; and is marked ‘S. S. Stwart, Phila. PA.’ to its underside. The head is marked ‘Jos. B. Rogers Jr.’ This model dates to the late 19th century.

Type Mandolin Banjo
Brand S.S. Stewart, Jos B. Rogers Jr. (Head Skin)
Body Length in Inches (excluding neck) 24
Handedness Right-handed
Number of Strings 8
Instrument Materials Nickel, Mother-of-Pearl, Celluloid, Wood

Condition

- surface wear including scuffs; loss to paint; tarnish to nickel plating; rust to metal; cracks to tone ring; stains to head skin; dust residue throughout.

Dimensions

10.0" W x 24.0" H x 3.0" D

Item #

18DCC619-040

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