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Re: SILVA BET "B" serial number??

Author: SteveG_CT
Date: 2012-11-05 14:38

I'm not aware of any H. Bettoney serial number lists being available so I can't give you an exact age. They started making the Silva-Bet model around 1925 and stopped making them in the early 1940's as far as I know. Value is highly dependent on condition. Based on the picture you posted I would say that your's is in pretty good shape. It also has a two piece body which is more desirable. Assuming that it is playable as is and doesn't need any work I would place the value at around $400-$600 depending on the cosmetic condition (plating, number of dings/scratches, etc.). If it has any uncommon features such as an articulated C# or a forked Eb it will be morth a bit more but I can't tell whether you have these or not from the photo you posted.

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