Hello, I aqcuired this Gibson Uke-1? from a family friend a few years back. It was sitting on the workbench in my basement until a musician friend came by and thought based on "the gibson" stamp it probably has some value. Not sure I'm interested in selling but after some research am guessing it's a soprano uke-1 circa 1930's since it seems they ceased with "the" around that time. It's in pretty decent shape, other than about a 4" vertical crack on the back and some minor dings which are visible in the attached photos. I'm pretty sure on saw one on Elderly's site a few years back but haven't seen a soprano there in a bit.
Had it under the lights and scoured the surface inside and out for a serial number or stamp but can't find one, perhaps the music store plate covers it, but I doubt it would be that front and center.
Any ideas on the history here?
Hunleth music was a successful instrument shop for many years here in St. Louis, closed down in '74 I believe.
thanks for chiming in!
Had it under the lights and scoured the surface inside and out for a serial number or stamp but can't find one, perhaps the music store plate covers it, but I doubt it would be that front and center.
Any ideas on the history here?
Hunleth music was a successful instrument shop for many years here in St. Louis, closed down in '74 I believe.
thanks for chiming in!