This King Silversonic two tone cornet has 95% of the clear lacquer finish on the sterling silver bell, 95%+ of the lacquered finish, and 95%+ of the gold wash bell finish remaining. It has only light player wear over the entire horn. There is some light dent removal evidence in the lead pipe and light evidence of bell dent removal. The serial number is "385967" making this a 1963 vintage horn. The sterling silver bell has just been polished and it looks fantastic.  It comes in the original case which does show some age wear but is still in good condition. The original H. N. White Co. C mouthpiece is included. The engraving reads "King Silversonic Made By The H. N. White Co. Cleveland Ohio". "Sterling Bell" with the sterling logo is above the engraving on the bell.  The sterling silver bells on the Silversonic models give them a classic sound.  This horn is no exception and has the super rich tone and exceptional overtones that Silversonic models are known to produce.  This cornet has an exceptional brilliance in the upper register and it plays beautifully up and down the entire register.  It has great response and the valves incredible action and are very quiet.  This is probably one of the more beautiful horns that King ever made.

Additional Information:
Instrument Condition: The overall physical condition of this used instrument is excellent.
Playing Condition: This instrument is currently in excellent playing condition.
The Finish:
It has approximately 95%+ of the clear lacquer finish on the sterling silver bell.
It has approximately 95%+ of the lacquered finish.
It has approximately 95%+ of the gold wash bell finish.
Player Wear: Light general wear (possible surface scratches and/or minor dents/dings).
Valve Condition: All the valves are in good working condition and all of the tuning slides are loose.
Lead Pipe Condition: Medium general wear (visible lacquer or surface scratches and/or evidence of dent removal/repair).
Back Bell Bow Condition: Light general wear (possible surface scratches and/or minor dents/dings).
The Bell: No dents or evidence of bell edge damage.
Bell Diameter Approximately: 4 5/8 inches.
Bore Size: .458"
The Mouthpiece: The original H.N. White Co. C mouthpiece is included in good used condition.
The Stand: If pictured, not included.
The Case: Good used condition (general wear with some edge wear and visible surface scratches).
Engraving: Sterling Bell King Silversonic Made by The H.N. White Co. Cleveland Ohio (on the bell with sterling logo above it).
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