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Re: Help required to date my Noblet Bb

Author: Ursa
Date: 2023-06-08 20:18

Hi, Daryl:

Unplated keywork, as seen on your instrument, was phased out in favour of nickel-plated keywork during or around 1954.

The fabric-covered case style of your instrument was used until around 1952, and is commonly seen with 1948-1951 Normandy clarinets.

The warranty card pictured is the same style as used with an instrument known to have been sold in January, 1953, and thus likely built in 1952.

Considering these visual clues, along with a serial number in the 3000 range, I think it's likely that your Noblet 40 dates from 1950-1951.

Regards,
Greg

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