A RARE Boosey & Hawkes Roundstamp cornet sold in a record time at John Packer Ltd.
The pristine B&H - which was being sold on behalf of a customer - was advertised on John Packer Ltd, 4Bars Rest & Facebook before selling.
A professional player and teacher travelled two hours to be amongst the first customers to view it.
It was a unique sale as the instrument had never been played, coming in its original tissue paper, labels from the B&H factory in Edgware road and original small blue case.
B&H marked their instruments with the famous Roundstamp/globe between the years 1978-1985- reputed to be when they made their finest instruments.
Brass department manager, Steve Herbert, had said this would be a unique sale and was delighted to sell the cornet so quick for the customer.
“It just goes to show how quality instruments get snapped up. You’ve got to act quick when instruments like these become available.”
Steve added that he’s seen an influx of new client sale instruments.
“The day after I sold this cornet, I received 12 new instruments from customers to sell - including another roundstamp – although this one has been played. Clearly we must be doing something right!”
Anyone interested in client sale instruments can view them on the website www.johnpacker.co.uk following the links to second-hand instruments, by calling Steve on 01823 282386 or emailing steve@johnpacker.co.uk
PHOTOS: The rare B&H roundstamp cornet that sold in less than 24 hours!
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