Appraisals

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Last Database Update:
Friday, May 09 at 12:24pm PDT

Click any category below to go to the current inventory list for that category.  Please note, some categories may be subdivided.  (E.g. Banjos are broken down into 5-string, plectrum and tenor)
Key to Abbreviations and Condition

INSTRUMENTS

MUSIC

PAPER

PARTS

 

Instrument Condition Ratings and Abbreviations

We make every effort attempt to supply accurate descriptions of our merchandise for sale.  We still believe that an "in-hand" description is by far the best.  Please call or email if you would like details on a particular instrument.

Key to Abbreviations:

  • ca. - circa, approximate date
  • sn. - serial #
  • OHSC - original hard case
  • HSC - non-original hard case
  • OSSC - original soft case
  • SSC - non-original soft case

Key to Condition:

  • MINT - like new
  • EX - excellent, may have some dings or tiny cosmetic marks but very clean overall, no repairs unless noted
  • VG - very good, a solid instrument that may display minor wear or other minor cosmetic damages, may have repairs noted but should be very playable
  • GC - good condition, playable and solid, may be worn, cosmetically flawed or repaired
  • AS IS - not returnable, sold with repairs needed, priced accordingly

Key to Condition of Paper and Related Items:

  • Mint - almost like new
  • VG - very good, some slight tears or markings
  • FC - fair condition, all there, may be tattered or somehow damaged but usually just worn from use
  • PC - poor, all there unless noted but in sad shape
    Note: We rate conservatively

Catalog Reprint Ratings:

The reprints we stock vary in quality.  The following codes should help with the discrepancies in quality.

  • *** - recommended, excellent reproduction, valuable information, good quality paper, clear photos and text
  • ** - photocopied but overall clear photos and text
  • * - photocopied, fairly poor photo clarity but readable text