Here's a very rare Imperial parlor guitar from the 1890-1900 timeframe. A truly wonderful instrument made a century ago. The Imperial company was in Cinncinnati, Ohio. This was obviously one of their top models. The tailpiece has a patent date of 1891!

Plays and sounds great. It has some changes and repairs as you would expect - see the detailed pics.

Includes what appears to be a chipboard case from the 1950s or 60s.

Thanks for looking!

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Listed2 years ago
ConditionGood (Used)
Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Brazilian Rosewood Parlor Guitar
Categories
Year
  • 1890-1900
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
Body Shape
  • Parlor
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String

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