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Mayse Five-String Fretless Banjo

Object Details

Description
This banjo was made by John Mayse in Surry County, North Carolina around 1900-1910. It is a Five-String Fretless Banjo, with a commercial 8 bracket hoop, and the wooden neck and rim are painted red.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Mayse, John
date made
1900-1910
Credit Line
Gift of Kyle Creed
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 34 3/4 in x 10 1/2 in x 2 in; 88.265 cm x 26.67 cm x 5.08 cm
Object Name
banjo

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