Up for sale is a professional-grade piece of American brass history. This trumpet, Serial #52557, was manufactured in Grand Rapids, MI, circa 1916. It features the iconic "York Shield" bell engraving, a mark of quality from York’s peak era before the company transition in 1926.

Performance & Specs

• Bore Size: Stamped ML (Medium Large), offering a versatile, warm, and broad "Grand Rapids" tone that York is legendary for.

• Valves: need some work

• Slides: All slides are present; the tuning slide shows a beautiful vintage patina.

• Aesthetics: This horn wears its history proudly. It features an honest, "player’s" patina with typical lacquer wear for a 110-year-old instrument. No major structural dents.

Collector’s Value

This is not a modern mass-produced horn. It is a genuine "Bix-era" instrument, perfect for a jazz player looking for an authentic early 20th-century sound or a collector of Grand Rapids brass.

Includes:

• Original York-Branded Hard Case: Includes the rare gold-tone York logo plate.

• Vintage Pedigree: A true survivor from the golden age of American instrument making.


This item is sold As-Described

This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.

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Listed2 months ago
ConditionFair (Used)
Fair condition gear should function but will show noticeable cosmetic damage or other issues.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • ML
Categories
Year
  • 1916
Made In
  • United States

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TJ

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