1918 Martin Style 0 Soprano Ukulele

Here's something special! A century old (plus) C.F.Martin Style 0 Soprano Ukulele, built during the uke's first rise in popularity. Eventually, the Ukulele became so popular that Martin had to expand their production facility.
The Ukulele started to gain attention in the early years of the 20th century, and C F Martin made a few examples around 1906. However, these were built more like guitars and the relatively heavy bracing did not work well. In 1906, the company launched a new version with traditionally lighter construction and these were well received. The first 200 or so had serial numbers, but by July 18, 1916 this practice ended. Dating on the subsequent models is based on the visible features. The Style 0 has a basic adornment and uses an all Mahogany body and neck, with Brazilian Rosewood for the fingerboard. The frets are bar style.In 1918, the fingerboard gained small dot position markers. The friction tuning pegs are original and made of Brazilian Mahogany. One of the tuning pegs is partially broke off but still usable. The only drawback to this instrument is a hole, which it had when it was given to my wife, and a crack coming from it. We have had this lovely instrument for 40+ years and the crack has not progressed. It plays nicely and has a sweet, rich tone. I only ship to the lower 48 states. No international shipping. It has no case but will be lovingly packed with care.