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John Betts I, London, c. 1790


Cello: 130726

Unlabeled. Branded to the lower ribs, "J-Betts London" and to the button, "J-Betts Royal Exchange London."

Length of back: 73.7 cm

Upper bouts: 34.2 cm

Middle bouts: 23.5 cm

Lower bouts: 42.5 cm

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Certificates & Documents

  • Proforma Certificate: Jason Price, New York, NY (2025)
  • Dendrochronology report: Sondre Lie, Oslo (2025) Dates the latest ring of the top as 1648.
  • Certificate: Florian Leonhard Fine Violins (2025)
  • Letter certificate: W. E. Hill & Sons, London (1962)

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