F.E. Beardsley American Vintage Violin 1913 - Shaded

American Vintage 1913 Violin – F.E. Beardsley, Traverse City, Michigan

About This Listing

This is a beautiful and finely crafted American violin made by F.E. Beardsley of Traverse City, Michigan. The instrument is in pristine condition, retaining its original varnish and showing no blemishes.

The maker’s name is branded above the interior label as well as on the button on the back. The label reads: 1913, No. 54.

The violin features:

A highly flamed select maple back, with ribs matching the flame of the back
A medium-to-close grain spruce top
Red-brown varnish over a golden ground, beautifully shaded and consistent across the instrument
A finely carved scroll with rounded edges and corners, inspired by the Russian school of violin making

This instrument showcases Beardsley’s skilled craftsmanship, offering a big, balanced, and even tone across all strings.

Recent Setup & Components

New fine ebony pegs with gold rings and ball ends
Ebony Hill tailpiece with new gut adjuster
Ebony fingerboard in like-new condition
Guarneri-style ebony chinrest
New Dominant strings
Includes a new oblong case (black exterior and interior)

Product Specs

Condition: Used – Pristine, free from blemishes
Brand: F.E. Beardsley
Model: 4/4 Violin
Finish: Shaded Red-Brown
Year: 1913
Category: Violins / Old Violins

This item is sold As-Described

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Model	American Vintage Violin
Finish	Shaded Red-Brown
Categories	Violins String Accessories
Year	1913
Made In	United States