Antonio Stradivari only printed the first digit, 1, and the last three digits were hand-written. Hello James, would you be able to submit an evaluation form or email evaluations@skinnerinc.com? violin is very old , I know that it is more than 100 years. probably not much. It is a Antonio Stradivarius Cremonensis Faciebat Anno 1706 this is the information on the inside of the violin. My name is Mary Lou Spokane from Crackling Ridge in Arkansas.We inherited a mighty fine fiddle from Granpa Ely Spokane last year.It has a label Stradivarius made in France.Could it be real? In the meantime, please use our auction evaluation form to send images for evaluation: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/sell-at-auction. The label is hand written in old German, so we cant read it. Best. Any idea who the maker may be? 3 vols. How do I ascertain its value? Free shipping for many products! What is fun though is that depending on who the copier is, the violin might be worth something! Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. This "wove" paper will not exhibit laid lines or chains, and the type figures typically appear less sharp, with a fuzzy outline. Hi Jose, Our appraisals department would be happy to assist you in finding out more about your violin. The last two digits of the date are inked in by hand. $207.00. I would like to know its value if any .thanks. German Violin, labeled ANTONIUS STRADIVARIUS. French Violin, Jerome Thibouville-Lamy, Mirecourt. Thanks! If thats possible, please submit to our Auction Evaluations Department here: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/. Hello Frederick, to send us your images please submit an evaluation form through our website using this link: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/ Thank you! Please provide some detailed images and as much information as possible here is the link to the form on our website: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/ Thank you! It is only a copy of a Strad made in Germany for mass production, or so we thought. I have what appears to be a hand made violin by W. C. Smith of South Norwalk, CT. New York: Baerenreiter Music Publishers, 1964. So wove paper labels could have been used earlier actually, no? To find out what this violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: http://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/. Please submit images and a detailed description of the violin to the Appraisal Services Department: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/sell-at-auction/ or at evaluations@skinnerinc.com and our Fine Musical Instruments Specialist Adam Tober will return any information that we can to you as well as an auction evaluation. White label stating Giovan Paolo Maggini, Brescia 1674, made in Germany. Can you appraise it for me? Can you tell me what the initials mean,where the violin was made by person and country, and how they came over from Europe. Comes with bows pictured and case. Used - Good. Hello Walter, In order for us to tell you more about your violin, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form via our website. To submit images, here is the link to the appraisals form on our website: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/. Any info is greatly appreciated, I have a 1645 Nicholas amatus feclit Cremona violin an I really would love to find out more about it and its value, Darlene, OTHER THAN A HANDWRITTEN H WITH 2 WHAT LOOK LIKE QUESTION MARKS ? I have tried too research this but to know avail. HI David. I have a violin that my parents purchased from my very old music teacher at the time.it is not full size as I used it up to 8th grade. this is a full size or 4/4 violina little over 14 inches at the body and a little over 23 inches overall. Please send images and a description using our free online auction evaluation form. Initial auction evaluations are complimentary. It is sweet to play. DAY YEARS AGO A ; Antonio Stradivarius Cremonenfis violin w/ case. To find out what your instrument may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/, hi,i have a violine,inside it is wrotte guarneri del gesu cremonae anno 1740.this violine my futher has bought before 40 years in italy from a old-man(road-violinist). Ive had this violin since about the mid 90s, when I started playing. Even if some modern studies try to debunk the uniqueness of the superb sound of the Stradivarius violins, its legacy will remain unparalleled. Judith, To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: secure.skinnerinc.com/appraisals/form.asp, i have a old violin date inside anno 1721 condishon good, Margaret, To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: secure.skinnerinc.com/appraisals/form.asp, I have a copy of a Pagaini doesnt have who made the copy could it be worth any thing, Rose, to find out what this copy may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: secure.skinnerinc.com/appraisals/form.asp. Hi William, Our appraisals department would be happy to assist you in finding out more about your violin. 2 THEN 1969. I AM AN 85 YEAR OLD STROKE SURVIVOR. ana rivera. This was owned by a friends grandfather. I would like to have the violin appraised. Im tempted to take the top off the violin so I can read it more clearly. IS THIS ENOUGH INFORMATION FOR YOU TO MAKE A COMMENT? A Musical Instruments specialist will contact you to follow up. It says: Antonius Stradivarius Cremonensis Faciebat Anno 17 . I just found this same violin in a junk shop. Margo, Hi David, thanks for the article. Tens of thousands of violins were labeled with this Stradivarius facsimile label, and they all look basically the same. 31 likes, 0 comments - Instrumentos Chile (@instrumentos_chile) on Instagram: "Viola 16,5" copia de Antonius Stradivarius - $790.000 Fabricado en Alemania Etiqueta . I have had an old violin for 50+ years.the label inside says Antonius Stradi(either a v or a u)arius cremonen(a letter that looks like an f without the middle crossbar)is.below that it says Faciebat Anno 1726 and then a circle with AS within it and above them a cross. I dont care if it is worth anything or not worth anything. I have a violin which I have owned since 1963 and which has no label, but the letters ATS stamped in the back just below the button. It also carries the label of ARTISANS , LUTHERIE ARTISTIQUE FRANCAISE. I have a appraisal from Mattie Fair from Muskogee OK. dated November 27, 1972. in her appraisal she says it is a 16th Century Violin Antonius Stradivarius Label in it? The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History (NMAH) has the 1701 "Servais" cello made by Stradivari, uniquely famous for its state of preservation and musical excellence. New York: Da Capo Press, 1977. Think of it like white wine compared to red wine. Late 19th century Stradivarius copy violin. Were happy to take a look at any fine musical instrument. You can contact the Appraisal Department by phone at 508-970-3299 or email evaluations@skinnerinc.com. it has been in the family for years thank you! thank you my dear . My father lived in London. Has the typical "Antonius Stradivarius Cremonenfis Faciebat Anno 1716" label inside, but barely looks like a strad copy to me. Really never thought too much more about it until she dropped it and off popped the finger board. The recognition of an original label is an essential part of authenticating an antique violin, and the presence of an original label will naturally enhance a violins value. His interpretation of geometry and design for the violin has served as a conceptual model for violin makers for more than 250 years. This expertise is gained through examination of hundreds or even thousands of instruments, and there is no substitute for an experienced eye. On the inside is the following names the only name I cant find is T.F.Burtt repaired in 1884 I am a retired music teacher. 17 is printed 13 is written by hand. It seems well made Antonius Stradivarius Cremonensis zhaijquetua@gmail.com. Consider Reading : Musical Instrument Auctions Guide. https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/. My friend recently bought a a violin from a garage sale in Western Australia,. I have looked at a ton of pics on the internet and have yet to see one like it. Inside it is engraved. My Dad has since passed but about 40 or more years ago he bought a used violin. Hamma, Walter. the label is a tiny bit darker than the inside color of the violin and the label is firmly attached. Thank you very much! Virgil, I have this old strad copy with a nice label that says 1713 with a circle and AS inside. Text in German, English, and French. $2,999.00 (8 used & new offers) Sky Guarantee Mastero Sound Copy of Stradivarius 4/4 Size Professional Hand-made Two-piece Back 4/4 Full Size Acoustic Violin Antique Style Ebony Parts 3 $42999 FREE delivery Apr 21 - 28 Or fastest delivery Wed, Apr 19 Only 2 left in stock - order soon. Thank you! While not a genuine Strad, a handful of these copies are now valuable in their own right. Gliga has chosen to model his 4/4 full size violins on the Stradivarius and Guarnerius violin designs. Is it a copy? Also have bow and wooden case, The bow doesnt have a name on it. This wove paper will not exhibit laid lines or chains, and the type figures typically appear less sharp, with a fuzzy outline. Thank you! Oops, looks like you forgot something. In the meantime, please use our auction evaluation form to send images for evaluation: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/sell-at-auction. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. Instead, they are likely dealing with a different instrument with its own interesting history. Could you tell me the value of this? Thanks in advance! I want to sell it, but I dont know where to go. People, performers, and tools of the violinm https://t.co/sIg7mZWaDI, A fine and beautiful #violin crafted in the 1830's by an unknown #British #violinmaker is available for examination https://t.co/9t8LEmo8Fg. The labels were meant to indicate that the violin was in the fashion of Stradivaris work and that the size and dimensions are copied from a particular instrument, made during a particular year. To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: http://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/, hii have a violin which inside reads antonius cremonenus faciebat anno 1722 with a circle which inside reads A S with a cross.my grandmother who died in the 50s had it for decadeswanting to sell but dont know if its worth anythingits in fair to good shape..no case hope you can help methks so much barry, Barry, To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: http://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/, have violin with label inside says josef guarnerios fecit cremonae anna 1724 ihs cross above the h can you help me with this thank you i am from ohio thany you, Vickie, To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: http://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/, My husband has a violin FROM IS FATHER THAT DIES IN 1939 ANTONIUS STRADIVARIUS CREMONENSIS FACIEBAT ANNO 1721 BESIDE THE DATE THERE IS A CIRCLE WITH SOMETING INSIDE THE CIRCLE WE DONT KNOW WHAT IT IS THE NUMBER IN THE DATE THE 1 IS BIG THE 7 AND 2 ARE SMALL AND THE LAST ONE IS ALSO BIG WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF YOU COULD REFER SOMEONE TO EVALUATE IT WE LIVE IN MONTREAL QUEBEC CANADA I WOULD APPRECIATED ANY REPLY FROM YOU THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER SINCERELY UGET, Tens of thousands of violins were labeled with a Stradivarius facsimile label, and are generally not of high value. He seems to be quite obscure and there is conflicting descriptions of his violins ranging from good to not so good. I remember playing on it when I was young. Thank you. Please submit photos and an auction evaluation form via our website: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/ or contact the Appraisal Department directly at 508-970-3299 or appraisals@skinnerinc.com. Many other obscure Italian names were also used on labels by workshops, dealers, and factories of musical instruments, for example, Guarneri, Gagliano, Andrea Amati, Ruggieri, etc. It takes its name from the 19th-century Belgian, Adrien Francois Servais (1807-1866), who played this cello. $21.79 shipping. Good morning, I have this Stradivarius Violin and this is the information that has inside. Image. Bonhams SKINNER, INC, All rights reserved. It has the same type label. https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/. In addition to my day-to-day work with fine instruments, the experience of working in an auction house for twelve years has enabled me to observe thousands of antiques. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. The wet fibers were then put into a wire sieve which allowed the water to drain out and the fibers to dry. 14-Day Return Policy. Have you ever seen a violin that had the year it was made pressed into the wood on the inside of the back plate and NOT written or printed on the label? Ive managed to get some photos of the inside label. Yes it was apprased years ago for my father and it states it is not a copy but an original due to wood samples. Carved inside are the initials PG and 1695. The 'Messiah' Violin, Antonio Stradivari (1644-1737) 1716. Thanks Brighton, Sussex, England: Amati Publishing, 1965. $200 $30 price drop. How can I know if its a fake or a real one? Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England: Amati Publishing, Ltd. 1997. This violin is beautiful and plays beautiful. Have a Stradivarius need to find out if its the real thing or not. You can send an email with images attached to our appraisals team at evaluations@skinnerinc.com. I would like to have more information about the. ALSO, A CROSS IN A CIRCLE, AND THEN 1776 AND THE 76 WAS A LITTLE COCKED AND HIGHER JUST A BIT. Hello Henry, For more information about your violin you can submit images and a description to the Appraisal Services Department at evaluations@skinnerinc.com or submit our Auction Evaluation request form online: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/ Thank you very much. RAY. In addition to the Stradivarius copy violin, Gliga also makes Guarneri-style violins . Woodcock, Cyril. View on our online Collection Online Site: WA1940.112. TWENTIETH CENTURY VIOLIN, COPY OF A STRADIVARIUS, LATE NINETEENTH CENTURY VIOLIN BEARS LABEL, GERMAN LATE NINETEENTH CENTURY VIOLIN, bears, COPY OF A STRADIVARIUS VIOLIN, with printed, CHILD'S VIOLIN - A COPY OF A STRADIVARIUS. A paper label that dates after around 1850 is typically made of wood pulp that has been mashed into a sheet by machines. thank you for asking and I am sorry I forgot to put that in. Thank you! Theres a name in black ink that looks like Levd,Level or levet. Vannes, Rene, and Claude Lebet. Chicago: Lyon & Healy, 1909. Dictionnaire universel des luthiers. Hi Alex, Please submit photos and an auction evaluation form via our website: https://www.skinnerinc.com/selling/auction-evaluation-form/ or contact the Appraisal Department directly at 508-970-3299 or appraisals@skinnerinc.com. Cremona 1713 Copy 3/4 Violin, Antonius Stradivarius Cremona 1713 Copy, New Tailpiece/Tuners/Case! Any ideas by this description. An 18th-century depiction of Antonio Stradivari, the . To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: secure.skinnerinc.com/appraisals/form.asp. I will be selling the violin and am looking for some good direction. Thank you! Thanks for the comment. Normal wear associated with a vintage instrument that's likely over 100 years old. 1902. Please submit your evaluation/appraisal request with images of the violin if possible to our Appraisals Department here: Dennis. The sound post needed resetting and a piece of brown paper was found inside, Repaired by the Dutchman, 1803, Lunenburg. I have been able to establish that such a builder existed in that area and died mid 1830s. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. $100. Thank you! As music teacher for 30+years, Im getting ready to retire and upgrade my violin. CLearance of instruments & accessories, To find out what your violin may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: secure.skinnerinc.com/appraisals/form.asp, Can you tell me where to find a copy of the label. Would it have any value? About 650 of these instruments survive today. This is a pre-owned instrument so there are signs of use - please view the pictures carefully and consider them part of the description. The instrument is extremely well documented and its known history . Has a high soprano pitch. 1695 is the year of Pietros birth. I have a violin made in China in 1970s and inside the label indicates Stradivarius I bought it in Africa brand new with box . Thank you for your interest. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. hello how i can connect yoh to send an image i have a antique vilolin openening the board and i think is an original stard 1721 i have all imahes and videos. Listed: 2 years ago Views: 188 Watchers: 0 About This Listing FOR SALE VIOLIN in excellent condition for $800 Unfortunately, the real Strads are almost entirely accounted for, although there is a one-in-a-million chance of a new one showing up. how to know I,,,that is original guarneri or any copy. Violin Made in China. Copies made after 1891 may also have a country of origin printed in English at the bottom of the label, such as "Made in Czechoslovakia," or simply "Germany." $170. IS IT A GENUIN? If this is the case, it is a factory-made copy and not much more than a hundred years old. Made in Czechoslovakia. 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