Antique Cornet “Omnia Vincent” New York Retailer Silver Plate c.1890s — Player Restorable

A compelling Gilded Age cornet with C.G. Conn manufacture (stamp present on leadpipe receiver), retailed through a New York City dealer under their house brand. Bell carries a crisp New York city seal cartouche and “Omnia Vincent” (All Conquering) motto engraving — the retailer’s branding intact after 120+ years.

Playability — better than most at this age:

• All three valves move freely

• Plays well as tested

• All slides free and moving except 3rd valve slide (stuck — common, addressable)

• This horn is closer to player-ready than most antiques in this category

Full Details:

• Shepherd’s crook short-model Bb cornet configuration

• “Omnia Vincent” motto + New York city seal bell engraving

• Silver plate with honest aged patina throughout

• Ornately engraved period C.G. Conn mouthpiece included

• Visible solder repair present — disclosed in photos

• Serial number not located

• No case

A legitimate piece of New York brass band history built on Gilded Age craftsmanship. Strong display piece that’s also genuinely close to playable condition.