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Identifying an antique clarinet

Author: Whimscycle
Date: 2008-01-01 14:28

I have a silver, one piece (except for the mouthpiece) antique clarinet with the words "Fidelity De Luxe" on the bell.

I have searched the web, but come up with nothing to identify the year or value of this clarinet.

Any tips or suggestions or information would be appreciated.

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Re: Identifying an antique clarinet

Author: Mark Charette
Date: 2008-01-01 16:26

From The New Langwill Index:

Fidelity Trade name
Employed by US Importer of BI instruments

I don't know if this applies to your instrument since the NLI indicates BI (Brass Instruments).

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Re: Identifying an antique clarinet

Author: LeeB
Date: 2008-01-02 00:49

There are exceptions, but most metal clarinets are not very valuable (a lot of the obscure ones seem to sell for between $25-$100 or perhaps a bit more). I would take the fact that there isn't any discussion of that model on the web to indicate there isn't a lot of collector interest in it (i.e. I don't think it would cause a stir on "Antiques Road Show"

).

I don't have the link at hand, but I know there's a website out there that specifically deals with silver/metal clarinets. Perhaps someone there would have an opinion or more info.

Even though most aren't very valuable, there are definitely people out there who enjoy collecting and playing these instruments.

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Re: Identifying an antique clarinet

Author: Gandalfe
Date: 2008-01-02 00:57

That would be the 'Silver Clarinet Site' at http://www.silver-clarinet.com/.

Enjoy.

Jim and Suzy

Pacifica Big Band
Seattle, Washington

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