True Tone Buescher C14 Virtuoso Cornet " 1912 - Silver Plated

Based on historical Buescher records, a True Tone cornet with the serial number 17752 was manufactured around 1912. BrassHistory netHere are the details regarding this specific era of Buescher instruments: Model: It is identified as a Model 14 "Virtuoso". Manufacturing Location: Elkhart, Indiana. Context: Serial numbers from this period (post-1903/1905, after a factory fire destroyed earlier records) indicate it is a very early example of the True Tone line, which was introduced by the Buescher Band Instrument Company. Condition Considerations: Because it is over 100 years old, instruments from this era often feature soldered-on, thin plating (sometimes called "satin silver"), and it is likely a low-pitch instrument. Elkhart, Indiana Model C14 Virtuoso" Year 1912 Length = 12.5" Bell = 4.625" Bore = 0.460" Completely cleaned and sterilized. All valves and slides match and function properly. Has had previous dent repairs and still has some small dings. All original, comes with original case. I do not have the original mouthpiece.