1918-19-gibson-a-3-white-top-mandolin
Lot 2443
1918/19 Gibson A-3 White Top Mandolin
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Serial number 490135, with mahogany neck, back and sides; headstock with mother-of-pearl inlays; bound neck, top and back; original fixed bridge, celluloid pickguard with 1903 patent date. With original hardshell case.

Very playable with low action, good intonation; an 11 in. repaired crack on tenor side's lower bout does not seem to diminish a clean, clear sound; overall good condition.