Lyon & Healy? Washburn Mandolin Neopolitan High End Bowl Back Lots of MOP

Description

Somebody told me what this is worth! This is a master piece and needs to be appreciated! Will take very little to make her a 10!! Have seen lots of bowl back mandolins in my years. This is however not an average instrument. It is highly inlaid and decorated. It is a steal at 250.00.! There is no name in the instrument but the designs, inlays and metal plate in the back leans towards Lyon & Healy or maybe Washburn. Comes with the original well worn case. Could be salvaged but needs work. The cover for the tailpiece is missing and the bridge is not original, needs a new one. There is one separation in the back but it is in a lamination. Typical for these old glued masterpieces. This mandolin has been in the dry Nevada for 40 years. Needs moisture and this minor crack may go back together. Tuners are all original and works. I estimate this instrument to be over 100 years old. It is a gorgeous instrument! The wood is Brazilian Rosewood. 31 ribs! One fine instrument! Thank you for looking!