1890s George W. Sherman Patented Improved Sonnette for US Military Bands

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  • 1890s George W. Sherman Patented Improved Sonnette for US Military Bands
  • 1890s George W. Sherman Patented Improved Sonnette for US Military Bands
  • 1890s George W. Sherman Patented Improved Sonnette for US Military Bands
  • 1890s George W. Sherman Patented Improved Sonnette for US Military Bands
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a circa 1890s George W. Sherman patented improved sonnette, or clapper instrument. The sonnette was used by US military bands.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1890s.

SIZE:

Approximately 6-1/4" in length and 1-3/8" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Wood, metal.

ATTACHMENT:

Metal band.

MARKINGS:

PAT. MAY 6, 1890 engraved on both sides.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from an 1890s United States Army band equipment collection that we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay SHOP VAJX13 LFJX4/14 SLDEX7/14

CONDITION:

7- (Very Fine-): The sonnette has some light to medium wear, especially on one side of the top end.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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