This is a NICE Besson New Standard in Satin Silver. Unlike several that have been listed over the last year, this one has all the original valve caps/buttons. Seller says it was made in 1974, but this chart says SN 558702 was pre-1974.
http://www.horniman.ac.uk/media/_fil...dlists_web.pdf
But seller also says it has a large receiver and includes a 4AL (large shank) mouthpiece. Horn includes the original hard case, which I believe is one of the round-sided wooden cases (fairly compact to carry). Seller's full description is below. Buy-it-now price is $2,950 and there IS a make-offer button.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BESSON-New-S...-/252808468845
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Quote:
BESSON New Standart 4 valve full compensating euphonium in excellent playing condition. All original. Free of dents, dings or repairs. All the valves and slides move freely. Super smooth valves and slides. No stick keys. Recently cleaned, oiled and adjusted. Valve system - 3+1 compensating, key - Bb, satin silver finish, large shank receiver - diameter 13.5mm., bell diameter-28cm. Bore:18mm. Includes Denis Wick London 4AL mouthpiece, lyre for notes and original hard case. Serial number- 558702. Made in England -1974. The horn will be very carefully packed for the shipping. Payment by Pay Pal. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE.
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