Sold for:
$15,360
$15,360
A 1962 Gibson R-B-250 five-string banjo commonly called a "Bowtie" banjo, owned and played by Gene Parsons of The Byrds. The banjo has a "Flat Head Tone Ring," which was given by Earl Scruggs. It also has a pair of original "Scruggs Pegs" and the very first experimental strap-actuated StringBender ever installed on a banjo. The neck has been repaired. Serial number 100698. Comes with a letter of authenticity from Parsons and a hardshell case. 40 by 16 by 6 inches Categories:
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2014-05-17