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Lehnert Bb Cornet c.1865 This is a fully
restored Bb cornet made by Henry (Heinrich) G. Lehnert. Lehnert came to
the USA from Frieberg in 1860 and for a time worked for Graves. He
moved to Philadelphia about 1865. He is also known for a
shoulder carried bass horn.
This cornet employs side action string operated
rotary valves - necessitating that the horn be played in a horizontal
position. The hook on the bell is for a finger on the left
hand. Despite it's age, this cornet still plays beautifully with
a clear centered sound. The simple logo reads: LEHNERT PHILA. in
a circle.
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