Vintage Conn 14D: Purple Damascus Bell Engelbert Schmid Ring including Nickel Silver

including Nickel Silver

180 degrees apart

Note:  This configuration enables A-horn to D-horn in 1/2 steps

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Vintage Conn 14D: Purple Damascus Bell Engelbert Schmid Ring including Nickel SilverThis Conn 14D bell was graciously provided by a hornist from Evansville Indiana. Although the exact vintage is unknown, it most likely saw a few decades of service in the local school district. The bell flare was straightened, delacquered, cleaned, and fitted with an Alexander compatible ring made of bronze for its good wear and low friction properties. Next the interior bell surface was prepared for painting and a mesmerizing purple damascus pattern