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Thank you all for the reply's ;)
I have decided with much thought to part with this Mandolin to gear up in purchasing a Gibson similar to what my Great, Great Uncle Dave Apollon played. I sell on...

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Thanks again everyone for the help, I starting to wonder about its worth for insurance purposes. This seems to be an interesting Mandolin, with interesting history. Since I am just...

Heres some close-ups...
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/jamaul/th_1-2.jpghttp://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/jamaul/th_P1070433-1.jpg...

Wow! Thanks for the link Capt. E ;)
So, This Mandolin could be dated between 1896 - 1902 or 1903?...AMAZING!
Is there any way to identify the exact year/date made based of the Serial Number?...

A few more pics......

Hello,
I recently purchased this Mandolin, and am having trouble finding any information on its history. I have always been fascinated with the Mandolin because my Great, Great Uncle is the well...