True Tone Buescher C14 Virtuoso Cornet " 1912 - Silver Plated

Based on historical Buescher records, a True Tone cornet with the serial number 17752 was manufactured around 1912. BrassHistory.netHere are the details regarding this specific era of Buescher instruments:

• Model: It is identified as a Model 14 "Virtuoso".
• Manufacturing Location: Elkhart, Indiana.
• Context: Serial numbers from this period (post-1903/1905, after a factory fire destroyed earlier records) indicate it is a very early example of the True Tone line, which was introduced by the Buescher Band Instrument Company.
• Condition Considerations: Because it is over 100 years old, instruments from this era often feature soldered-on, thin plating (sometimes called "satin silver"), and it is likely a low-pitch instrument. 

 
Elkhart, Indiana
Model C14 Virtuoso"

Year 1912
Length = 12.5"
Bell = 4.625"
Bore = 0.460"

Completely cleaned and sterilized.All valves and slides match and function properly. Has had previous dent repairs and still has some small dings . All original, comes with original case. I do not have the original mouthpiece.