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  1. Stainer violin 1616
    Amir Masoud

    hello I have a Stainer violin, in inside it`s written 1616. I want to know the price of it, and know how can I make sure that it is an original or copy.
    but I love its sound, it sounds like a really violin
    .
    I apreciate if any one can help me with it

  2. date of manuf fr my stainer violin
    marvin donnell

    The violin has a gorgeous two piece highly striped back and the Jacobus stainer…….1764. I just want to find out when and or where it was made. I still play it. Cn someone please give me some info? Thanks

  3. Giovan Paolo Maggini Violin
    Anonymous

    I have a Maggini copy that has a date stamp inside that states “Giovan Paolo Maggini in Bres(f)cia 1634. I noticed others were stating that their copy also had a German or otherwise manufacturer info but mine does not. It has been in my family since either WW1 or WW2 and was brought back from Italy by my great-grandfather. I have searched the internet over trying to find approximate info on value but no luck so far. It also has two bows as well in the case. Any info on a good place to locate values in NC?

  4. Geovan Paolo Maggini 1603 Violin
    Tracy Trivitt

    We have a violin that was given to us belonging to my grandmother. We would like some information on the instrument if you have any. We can’t make outone of the a words it’s Feia or Teia? Thank you

  5. Husle
    ¥udovit Benko

    Prosí­m o info a hodnotu: husle Josef Guarnerius Fecit Cremonae Anno 1790 IHS, MeinelHerold Klingenlhal i&a.
    Husle Giovan Paolo Maggini, Brescia 1665.

    1. Re: Giovan Paolo Maggini Violin Brescia 1640
      Lynnette Rutledge

      : I would like to know the value of this violin. Any information you can share would be greatly appreciated

        1. Re: Giovan paolo Maggim brefcia 1695
          Steve

          : : I have violin with a label that states Giovan paolo Maggim brefcia 1695. I would like to know the valuef is?

  6. giovan paolo maggini brescia 1640 violin
    brian

    I have submitted this information 3 times and I keep getting the message that I have forgotten to fill in one of the blanks. I hope what I have submitted now is correct.

    1. Re: giovan paolo maggini brescia 1640 violin
      roger overacker

      : I have submitted this information 3 times and I keep getting the message that I have forgotten to fill in one of the blanks. I hope what I have submitted now is correct.

      I have a 1644 violin

  7. NO ANSWERS
    Chrys

    A THOUSAND BASIC QUESTIONS AND NO DIRECT ANSWERS BY ANYONE EVER REMOTELY QUALIFIES, ONLY A THOUSAND RE: QUESTIONS TO THAT SAME OLD QUESTIONS.

    STAY COMPLETELY AWAY FRO 3RD RATE AND CLASS BOARDS AND PEOPLE LIKE THIS. IT WILL NOT ANSWER EVEN THE SIMPLIEST QUESTIONS FOR THE CONSUMER, BUT ONLY EXSISTS TO SUPPORT ITSELF- BEING A LAMER INTERNET 3RD RATE BOARD…

  8. andres stradivarius violin value
    George Lively

    I wish to find out the value of a violin. The tag inside has Boll 17
    after Andres Stadivarius. There may be interest to sell.

  9. question
    CM Atanasu

    Looking for the value of a Jacobus Stainer violin, no date, made in Germany, has one bow parial pearl handle on heavy end. Has a very used black case, with extra chin mount. Do not know size.

  10. stradivarius violin
    m reed

    would like to have aprice for this violin,it reads antonius stradivarius cermonenfis faciebat anno 1716 inside appears to be burned in. it alsohas a circle with a cross at the top.

  11. 1614 Jacobus Stainer
    Claude Breault

    I know somebody who has a Germany Jacobus Stainer in Abiam prope oenipontum 1614 and it is not a sticker inside but more like a stamp in ink.Please could someone could give an approx what would be the the value or history on it.Thank you.

  12. Giovan paola Maggini
    pantelis strouthos

    Hello,
    : I have a violin with the following inside:
    : Giovan paola Maggini
    brefcia 16(10 handwriten)
    : What do you know about those markings?
    : Thanks

    1. Re: Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617 ¿year, value?
      jan

      : hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel says: "Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617" i want to know if you know this violin, ¿what is the year of my violin? (it see very old), ¿and the value?. It have a very dark, Sad, beauty and powerfull sound, and i love it.

      1. Re: Giovan paulo maggini brefcia
        jan

        : :
        Where would I go to have my violin appraised.It is dated 1617, Has doubling purfing Which is engraved. Also has two small diamonds which are real- minors cut over a hundred years old at the neck of the violin.

    2. Re: Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617 ¿year, value?
      Chris

      : hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel says: "Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617" i want to know if you know this violin, ¿what is the year of my violin? (it see very old), ¿and the value?. It have a very dark, Sad, beauty and powerfull sound, and i love it.
      Hi If you look on this site there are 6 individuals all asking about Gio Paulo Maggini violins.As the man only ever made 60 in his life it’s unlikely that any of these are the real thing. There are plenty of fakes around, look at the market in copies of strads of different qualities.Doesn’t mean your ar anyone elses is of poor quality but its 99% certain your, mine and everyone elses are copies. Genuine Maggini’s are in the 5 figure bracket but yours and mine are probably worth approx £40 – 80 UK pounds.

    3. Re: Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617 ¿year, value?
      Maggie

      I have just aquired viloin also made by Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia….were you able to find any information on the instrument or it’s value? Thanks Maggie…..Please e-mail me at [email protected]

      : hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel says: "Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617" i want to know if you know this violin, ¿what is the year of my violin? (it see very old), ¿and the value?. It have a very dark, Sad, beauty and powerfull sound, and i love it.

      1. Re: Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617 ¿year, value?
        peter smalpage

        : I have just aquired viloin also made by Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia….were you able to find any information on the instrument or it’s value? Thanks Maggie…..Please e-mail me at [email protected]

        : : hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel says: "Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617" i want to know if you know this violin, ¿what is the year of my violin? (it see very old), ¿and the value?. It have a very dark, Sad, beauty and powerfull sound, and i love it.

        I also have a violin the same as described above it is in very poor condition it is not in any condition to play plus the fact is I cannotplay the violin or any other instrument could you offer any advice about this instrument

    4. Re: Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617 ¿year, value?
      Jim Norton

      : hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel says: "Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617" i want to know if you know this violin, ¿what is the year of my violin? (it see very old), ¿and the value?. It have a very dark, Sad, beauty and powerfull sound, and i love it.

      1. Maggini fiddle once owned by Judge Isaac C. Parker
        Kevin Brinker

        My father has a Maggini fiddle that belonged to Judge Isaac C. Parker. This fiddle was purchased many decades ago at an estate auction and has been owned by an elderly man who has recently sold it to my father. I am trying to get the history for him and I thought you mayhave some information.

        Thank you,

        Kevin Brinker

    5. Re: Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617 ¿year, value?
      ronald shmidt

      * it was of my grandfather, sorry, in the another message wasnt apears…, and i`ll like to know too, ¿where it was maked, france, germany…?, etc.., i dont know anithing of this violin and i will very happy if you tell me…..

      Tahnks.., Ronald.
      (sorry for my english)

    6. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... ronald shmidt
      ronald shmidt

      hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel says: "Giovan paulo Maggini Brefcia 1617" i want to know if you know this violin, ¿what is the year of my violin? (it see very old), ¿and the value?. It have a very dark, Sad, beauty and powerfull sound, and i love it.

      1. hello, i have an old Maggini, it was of my, inside in the lavel
        Brandon

        While it is very unlikely that it is an original, if it is dated 1617 it could be an original, but as with many of his violins he made, they had extreamly elabroate inlays on the back, the double purfling would be correct, but as I said, if it does not have the inlay on the back it is more than likely a fake, but seeing as it is dated 1617 it is a higher quality remake, millions of these came from German factories in the early 1900’s and are dated 1675-1695, many years after his death. I would still take no chances with it, take it to a professional lutherie, and have them evalueate it, also, what type of strings were on it to begin with, a big sign of a copy is synthetic gut strings, while real gut strings were used, and often replaced, they could very well be the original strings. And it also kind of depends on the bow, the wood it is made of, and if it is the right era, while it could have been replaced it is still a possibility it is the original one, from said time period. If it is an orignal, it could be worth 200,000 – 5.6 million, depending on the shape it is in. Even if it is a knock off, it’s not entirely worthless.

    1. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin
      John Reynolds

      I also have a violin labelled ‘Sebastien Kloz An 1700’ It has a whole (not split) back and a wonderfully loud and sonorus tone. I played it through grade 8 and college to great satisfaction – it is my oldest of friends. I sent pictures of it to the professor of strings in Vienna. He said from the pictures, that it was a Bohemian copy. Probably what most are. An original would be worth an enormous amount as Sebastien Kloz was the German ‘Stradivari’ of his time. Good copies such as mine have a fine tone when played properly. I am happy with mine and always will be until I can no longer play! I paid £1000 twenty years ago. ‘Francois’ is probably now worth £4000. Your COPY will depend on how well it plays and how its’ condition is. If you want a fast ‘buck’ forget it! Better you GIVE it to a young talent who can use it and give enjoyment to an audience as they are generally loud instruments with a ‘moderately’ good tone. Violins are not like art! They can only be enjoyed by the audience of the player.
      John (Hertfordshire) [email protected]

      1. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin 1700
        Cathy Vaughn

        : : I have an old german vioin which is labeled-
        : : "Sebastien Kloz AN 1700"

        : : Does anyone know how much it may be worth?
        I have exact same Violin and with great research it is worth around 7000$ give or take depends on buyer.

      2. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin
        Julien Fréchette

        : : I have an old german vioin which is labeled-
        : : "Sebastien Kloz AN 1700"

        : : Does anyone know how much it may be worth?

        I also have a Sebastien Kloz violin 1700.
        It’s also indicated Mittenwals Anno 17.
        I’d like to know how much it’s evaluated.

      3. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin
        cathy

        : : I have an old german vioin which is labeled-
        : : "Sebastien Kloz AN 1700"

        : : Does anyone know how much it may be worth?
        from what ive read and researched this violin is worth 2146.00 in usa money–1,100.00 UK money—this violin is from UK Originally, I also have exact same one. Not Sure of age of calculation for this.

      4. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin
        Rebecca

        It all depends if this is a real Klotz or a copy. Sebastian Klotz (or Kloz) was one of the best of the klotz family of luthiers, I have seen them go anywhere from $2000 to $30,000.
        If you could email me pictures I would be happy to give you my opinion.

        1. Sebastian Klondike An1700 violin
          Lesley nymous

          I wonder if you are still there as it is now 2019. I’ve found this violin in my mother’s cupboard. She had it as a child but apparently hardly played it. I’m wondering whether it has any value, having read several valuations. I have photos of this violin if you wish me to sendthem.
          Hopefully you can help,
          Thanking you
          Lesley

      5. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin
        PETER BROWN

        : : I have an old german vioin which is labeled-
        : : "Sebastien Kloz AN 1700"

        : : Does anyone know how much it may be worth?

        I also have one with the same date which I was givn by my grandfather almost 60 years ago

        1. Re: Sebastien Kloz Violin
          Jon

          Hi there,

          I noticed your question RE: the violin by Kloz. Did you get a reply and valuation by anychance. I also stumbled across one and am quite curious if you had any response.

          Many thanks,

          Jon

  13. Jacobus Stainer 1738 value?
    Hans J Andersen

    Hi,
    We have a violon with a label inside saying:
    Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1738.
    The year 38 is handwritten whereas the rete seems to be preprinted on the label.
    Is there anyone that can help to give some ifnromation about the violin and give an estimated value?
    Thanks in advance.

    1. Re: Jacobus Stainer 1663 value?
      dede

      : Bonjour,: Nous avons un violon avec une étiquette à l’intérieur de dire: Teinturier de Jacobus dans le prope Oenipontum 1663, d’Absam: sur l’étiquette: Y a-t-il n’importe qui qui peut aider à donner un certain ifnromation au sujet du violon et à donner une valeur estimée? Merci à l’avance.

  14. Jacobus Stainer Violin "copy"
    Donald Yott

    Hello,
    I have a 3/4 Stainer violin, copy. It is in very good original condition, with normal playing wear.
    I do not know much about it’s history, age, or value. If anyone can provide me with any information, or sources for info.,I would appreciate it. Inside the left F-Hole is a paper label. It is printed and reads "Copy of Jacobus Stainer, Made in Austria". Thank you for your assistance. Best Regards, DY

    1. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
      Ernie Michaelson

      : Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!
      I am 65 yrs. old and my grandfather gae me one that was handed down to him when I was 5 yrs. old, I started to play it 10 yrs. ago. it has (1615) inside.

    2. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
      norm hayward

      : my elderly father plays a Brefcia dated 1695 it has a 14 inch body and is in mint condition we were offered 2000 but we are prity shure its worth a lot more

    3. Re: Giovan Paola Maggini Violin
      Caroline Andrews

      My 13 yr old daughter has just been given her great grandfathers violin to restore and play. The date says 1628. we would like to restore it back to it’s original condition in NZ. Can anyone provide us with information?

    4. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
      Steve

      Hello,

      Maggini preceeds Stradi and was late 16th and early 17th century..so if this is original it would probably be 1610 and not 10. Is the 10 handwritten or printed?

      Regards,
      steve

      : Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!

      1. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
        ashley

        : Hello,

        : Maggini preceeds Stradi and was late 16th and early 17th century..so if this is original it would probably be 1610 and not 10. Is the 10 handwritten or printed?

        : Regards,
        : steve

        : : Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!

        1. Giovan Maggini Brefcia 1614 or 15
          TOM ACE

          *VI*OL*IN* "GIOVAN MAGGINI BREFCIA 16" In type, and ’14’ written by hand. I would like to know more about MAGGINI and his art/craft. I also have a case. I am not sure if it’s original..The Bow too. I recently recieved the piece so I am not too familiar with it.. Please Write..

          ACE

          1. Re: Giovan Maggini Brefcia 1614 or 15
            joanne

            : *VI*OL*IN* "GIOVAN MAGGINI BREFCIA 16" In type, and 07′ written by hand. I would like to know more about MAGGINI and his art/craft. I also have a case. I am not sure if it’s original..The Bow too. I recently recieved the piece so I am not too familiar with it.. Please Write..

            : joanne

      2. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
        karen white

        Hello,
        I have a violin with the following inside:
        Giovan paolo maggini Brescia 16.34
        What do you know about those markings?
        Thanks
        kw

        : Hello,

        : Maggini preceeds Stradi and was late 16th and early 17th century..so if this is original it would probably be 1610 and not 10. Is the 10 handwritten or printed?

        : Regards,
        : steve

        : : Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!

        1. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
          pantelis strouthos

          :
          : Hello,
          : I have a violin with the following inside:
          : Giovan paola Maggini
          brefcia 16(10 handwriten)
          : What do you know about those markings?
          : Thanks

          : : Hello,

          : : Maggini preceeds Stradi and was late 16th and early 17th century..so if this is original it would probably be 1610 and not 10. Is the 10 handwritten or printed?

          : : Regards,
          : : steve

          : : : Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!

        2. Re: Giovan Paola Magginni Violin
          Joelle

          : I have a violin that is labeled Giovan Paola Maggini brescia 16(printed)14(handwritten). I have been told that it belonged to my great-great grandfather and that he purchased it through a Sears catalog. That information causes me to believe that it isn’t worth a lot, other than being antique. One interesting thing about it that I have received several comments on is that the shafts of the tuning pegs are silver rather than wood. If anyone knows any more about this model I’d love to hear it.
          Jo

          : Hello,
          : I have a violin with the following inside:
          : Giovan paolo maggini Brescia 16.34
          : What do you know about those markings?
          : Thanks
          : kw

          : : Hello,

          : : Maggini preceeds Stradi and was late 16th and early 17th century..so if this is original it would probably be 1610 and not 10. Is the 10 handwritten or printed?

          : : Regards,
          : : steve

          : : : Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!

    5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... B White
      B White

      Recently found in my elderly parents belongings a violin that was restored all original parts, that inside shows Giovan Paola Magginni Brescia 10 Can anyone help me on the history of this particular piece and its value? Thanks!

  15. A Guarneri violin ?
    Bernard Isla

    I have a 1718 josef guarneri violin want to know how will i know if my instrument is authentic or not and how much is my violin its market value

  16. A Guarneri violin ?
    Bernrad Isla

    I have a 1718 josef guarneri violin want to know how will i know if my instrument is authentic or not and how much is my violin its market value

    1. Re: Jacobus Stainer violin from 1683
      LEO STRAUSBAUGH

      : I want to learn more about value of the violin from "Jacobus Stainer in Absam Probe Denopontum"
      I have a violin which has printed inside "JACOBUS STAINER IN ALBAM PROPE OENIPONTUM 1716" I once had it appraised and was told $About $400 but don’t sell it" Please reply LS

  17. vintage instruments
    show music

    all about,guitarrs,bass,drums,analogo keyboard,etc.vintage instruments in the city of buenos aires argentina
    marcelo kreitler

  18. Violino
    Jorge Luiz Hammes

    Possuo um Violino Giovan paolo Maggini, Made in Germany em 1695.
    Gostaria, que alguém pudesse me ajudar a saber ou me avaliar esse instrumento.
    Desde já muito agradecido.

  19. Violino
    Jorge Luiz Hammes

    Possuo um Violino Giovan paolo Maggini, Made in Germany em 1695.
    Gostaria, que alguém pudesse me ajudar a saber ou me valiar esse instrumento.
    Desde já muito agradecido.

  20. FYI Stainer, Amati, Maggini, Strad violins value
    DJ

    OK, folks, here’s the scoop. Thousands of copies of fine maker violins have been produced over the years. While the violins made by the real maker can fetch a LOT of money at violin auctions, the copies are worth much less, depending on condition, playability, sound, quality. Copies may be worth zip, or up to a couple of grand, seldom more (unless made by another fine maker, but they usually include their own label). If you think you have the real thing, or even a good copy, I’d recommend contacting an expert for an appraisal. Click on the AFVBM link for members in your area in this page: http://www.stringworks.com/stradivarius.htm

    1. Re: FYI Stainer, Amati, Maggini, Strad violins value
      Brian Gurnsey

      :I have a fiddle that was in our family a long time. It has the Maggini stamp on the back near the neck where it meets the body. I would like to know more about it, can anyone help? OK, folks, here’s the scoop. Thousands of copies of fine maker violins have been produced over the years. While the violins made by the real maker can fetch a LOT of money at violin auctions, the copies are worth much less, depending on condition, playability, sound, quality. Copies may be worth zip, or up to a couple of grand, seldom more (unless made by another fine maker, but they usually include their own label). If you think you have the real thing, or even a good copy, I’d recommend contacting an expert for an appraisal. Click on the AFVBM link for members in your area in this page: http://www.stringworks.com/stradivarius.htm

    1. Re: Stainer Violin Appraisal
      Wendy

      I have a Stainer Violin and I am trying to find out how much it is worth. There does not seem to be a date on it but I know that it is at least 100 years old. Can you give me any information on this? Thanks

    2. Re: Stainer Violin Appraisal
      Julie

      : For information on Jacobus Stainer violins contact me
      : at http://rperras.tripod.com/, I have studied this maker for 15 years
      : and have a vast information base,and as well have hand carved 38 replicas of Stainers instruments

      I have a friend who has an old Steiner violin. It is in great shape. The writings on it are Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1726. Any info on this violin would be helpful. Please email me back. Thank You. Julie

      1. Re: Stainer Violin Appraisal
        clay adcox

        : : For information on Jacobus Stainer violins contact me
        : : at http://rperras.tripod.com/, I have studied this maker for 15 years
        : : and have a vast information base,and as well have hand carved 38 replicas of Stainers instruments

        : I have a friend who has an old Steiner violin. It is in great shape. The writings on it are Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1726. Any info on this violin would be helpful. Please email me back. Thank You. Julie

        have steiner violin for sale inside reads Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1665

          1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... gg naicker
            gg naicker

            I have an old jacobus stainer absam 1765 what is the value: : : For information on Jacobus Stainer violins contact me
            : : : at http://rperras.tripod.com/, I have studied this maker for 15 years
            : : : and have a vast information base,and as well have hand carved 38 replicas of Stainers instruments

            : : I have a friend who has an old Steiner violin. It is in great shape. The writings on it are Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1726. Any info on this violin would be helpful. Please email me back. Thank You. Julie

            : have steiner violin for sale inside reads Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1665

            1. i have a jacobus stainer
              kelly glover

              i have a jacobus stainer that has 1617 on the inside and i was wanting to know if its real or how much it would be wroth and it has stainer on the back of it and it looks real old so if u can please let me know somthing soon thank u so much

            2. for sale, stainer violin
              dj shannon

              I will sell my stainer violin. Patented 1893. My Aunt gave it to me, she died at 93 yrs. old, had it all her life. My mother had it for many years then gave it to me. Interested?

          1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Hazel Lemmons
            Hazel Lemmons

            I have a violin with the name jacobus Stainer 1 Absam
            propo oenipontum 1657 please inform me if this violin has any value . Thank you Hazel Lemmons : : For information on Jacobus Stainer violins contact me
            : : : at http://rperras.tripod.com/, I have studied this maker for 15 years
            : : : and have a vast information base,and as well have hand carved 38 replicas of Stainers instruments

            : : I have a friend who has an old Steiner violin. It is in great shape. The writings on it are Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1726. Any info on this violin would be helpful. Please email me back. Thank You. Julie

            : have steiner violin for sale inside reads Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1665

            1. 1665 Jacobus Stainer violin
              WOlson

              I need to find out if the violin I have that was my grandpa’s great grandfather’s is worth anything. It says Jacobus Stainer 1665 then that long word after the Absam prope Oenipontum. I don’t have it here to give you the exact inscription.

              1. Jacobus Stainer in Absam prope Oenipontum 1665
                Anonymous

                how do i find out what it is worth?
                it is NOT in pristine condition.
                It has an old bow style and it is in
                an old case. I dont know how old.
                we got this 3 years ago from an old man who
                had it for a long time.

    1. Re: Giovan paolo Maggini Violin Brefeia 1695
      Rhonda

      :
      : This violin belonged to my Grandfather. Can anyone help me get info, and value.
      : Thanks

      was wondering if you found anything out about your grandfathers violin my mother has her grandfathers’ but it is circa 1636. From research I’ve done I know magginin passed in 1631 from the plague. So would have to have been made by one of his pupil’s perhaps still would like to see if anyone could offer information about this piece.
      Thank you

    2. Re: Giovan paolo Maggini Violin Brefeia 1695
      Sam

      : I have the same violin. Have you learned anything about your Grandfather’s?

      : This violin belonged to my Grandfather. Can anyone help me get info, and value.
      : Thanks

    3. Re: Giovan paolo Maggini Violin Brefeia 1695
      B.E. Loomes

      :
      : This violin belonged to my Grandfather. Can anyone help me get info, and value.
      : Thanks

      I have a body of the same make dated 1625 I also would like info. ect.
      many thanks

      1. Any luck, I have a similar item and would be curious
        CMR

        : :
        : : This violin belonged to my Grandfather. Can anyone help me get info, and value.
        : : Thanks

        : I have a body of the same make dated 1625 I also would like info. ect.
        : many thanks

      2. Re: Giovan paolo Maggini Violin Brefeia 1695
        IWG

        : :
        : : This violin belonged to my Grandfather. Can anyone help me get info, and value.
        : : Thanks

        : I have a body of the same make dated 1625 I also would like info. ect.
        : many thanks

        I, too have a violin, dated 1695. Have you found out any research since this posting. Regards, IWG

  21. Stainer Violin Appraissal
    Quora

    I have a customer looking for the value of a German Stainer Violin, he says was made in 1847, I would welcome any information you have on this subject, for I am not very familiar with violins. A contact number or e-mail would be great. Thanks.

    1. REAL OR FAKE JACOBUS STAINER?
      Andrea Hokanson

      A friend’s violin has label inside says Jacobus Stainer in Absam Prope Oenipontum 16 then penciledin 52. On the back of the instrument is carved in Stainer just below the neck.
      Can you tell me anything?
      Thanks

  22. value of jacobus stainer violin
    marjorie mosley

    i have a jacobus stainer violin that i would like to know the value of and how to go about selling it. it reads on the inside: jacobus stainer in absam PROPE Oemportum 1730 thank you for your help

    1. Re: JACOBUS STAINER 1625 IN ABSAM - VALUE??
      emrah arýk

      hallo. I call you from turkey. my name is Emrah Arýk. I have got a viola. there is a some words on the viola. JACOBUS STAINER ÝN ABSAM/PROPE OENÝPONTUM 1665. I have got it. And I can sell you. Ýf you want?.. it’s 2,5 million dollars. Ýf you want take it, you can call me. bye

      1. Re: JACOBUS STAINER 1625 IN ABSAM - VALUE??
        Emrah cakin

        emrah dunyadaki en pahalý staýner 150 bin dolar civarýndadýr yinede elindeki gercekse ve satmak istersen kime satabilecegini biliyorum

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Tom
      Tom

      How can you tell if this is the real thing or a fake? Inside it says Jacobus Stainer 1625 IN ABSAM prope Oenipontum Germany. Looks like the C points have a small wooden block to make it stronger. Strings are gone.

    1. Re: stainer 1716
      Eva Browder

      : Rechecked my violin it is a 1713. It has inside Jacobus Stainer oph…..1713. Have no idea if a copy or not. I can make a copy of it and send it to you, but I am greek when it comes to it’s value.
      : Value of Stainer ( 1716) violin , and more info to varify it

    2. Re: stainer 1716
      Eva Browder

      : Rechecked my violin it is a 1713. It has inside Jacobus Stainer oph…..1713. Have no idea if a copy or not. I can make a copy of it and send it to you, but I am greek when it comes to it’s value.
      : Value of Stainer ( 1716) violin , and more info to varify it

    3. Re: stainer 1716
      Eva Browder

      : have you found any info of your violin? Mine is 1713. Just was wondering.
      Eva
      : Value of Stainer ( 1716) violin , and more info to varify it

    1. Re: value of violin
      steve showen

      : what is the value of a "JACOBUS STAINER IN ABFAM"
      : "PROPE DENIPONTUM 1716"

      Would like to know the value of the above described violin. I have one with the inscription "JACOBUS STAINER IN ABFAM, PROPE OENIPONTUM, 1610 and can’t seem to get any information about it…..

      Steve

      1. Re: value of violin
        Ejnar Lindenhann

        : : what is the value of a "JACOBUS STAINER IN ABFAM"
        : : "PROPE DENIPONTUM 1716"

        : Would like to know the value of the above described violin. I have one with the inscription "JACOBUS STAINER IN ABFAM, PROPE OENIPONTUM, 1610 and can’t seem to get any information about it…..

        : Steve

        1. Re: value of violin
          Ejnar Lindenhann

          : : : what is the value of a "JACOBUS STAINER IN ABFAM"
          : : : "PROPE DENIPONTUM 1716"

          : : Would like to know the value of the above described violin. I have one with the inscription "JACOBUS STAINER IN ABFAM, PROPE OENIPONTUM, 1610 and can’t seem to get any information about it…..

          : : Steve
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  23. Used Violin beginner east, currently in US, Looking for an attractive deal
    sanjay chivakula

    Please could anyone help me locate a good deal for a used violin.
    My phone : +1 602 9420372
    Sanjay

    1. Re: Used Violin if vintage, better ! Looking for an attractive deal
      Sanjay Chivakula

      I am living in India
      : Please could anyone help me locate a good deal for a used violin.
      : Sanjay

    2. Looking to buy a Used Violin
      Sanjay Chivakula

      : Please could anyone help me locate a good deal for a used violin.
      The violin must be in good condition and if it is a vintage one, it is much better.

      Regards
      Sanjay

    1. Re: Meinel & Herold Violin
      Peter Kövari

      : Meinel & Herold Klingenthal Germany
      : Giovan Paolo Maggini Brescia 1682

      : I need Information about this Violin. Prices and Sellers

      Bitte,wenn es möglich ist auf deutsch antworten

      1. Re: Meinel & Herold Violin
        Renate Kunze

        : : Meinel & Herold Klingenthal Germany
        : : Giovan Paolo Maggini Brescia 1682

        : : I need Information about this Violin. Prices and Sellers

        : Bitte,wenn es möglich ist auf deutsch antworten
        Hallo, Herr Kovari, ich habe heute eine Geige ersteigert Giovan paolo Maggini, Brescia 1687 mit einem zweiten Zettel Meinel & Herold. Ich weiss noch nichts Genaues, vermute aber, dass die Maggini-Violine ähnlich wie Stradivarius Modelle nachgebaut wurden von der Instrumentenfabrik in Klingenthal, die 1893 gegründet wurde. Wenn ich mehr weiss, melde ich mich noch einmal.

        1. Meinel & Herold Violin
          Irma

          Hi maybe someone can help me. I need Information about Meinel & Herold Musikinstrumentenfabrik Klingenthal i. sa and the violins made by this. Everything will be helpful for example history of fabrik and violins prizes or contact whith sb who knows sth. Please help me find out because I don`t know how to start and it`s really important and urgent!
          please contact me by email
          [email protected]
          thanks
          Irma

          1. Re: Meinel & Herold Violin
            Irma Kezele

            : Hi maybe someone can help me. I need Information about Meinel & Herold Musikinstrumentenfabrik Klingenthal i. sa and the violins made by this. Everything will be helpful for example history of fabrik and violins prizes or contact whith sb who knows sth. Please help me find out because I don`t know how to start and it`s really important and urgent!
            : please contact me by email
            : [email protected]
            : thanks
            : Irma

            Dear Irma,

            today I have bought a violin 4/4 by the same manufacturer, for my daughter which is also Irma like you. I don’t know almoust nothing about the history or value of that instrument. On the web I have found the prices between $1.200 – £1.200. So if you can help us with any information, please contact us.

            : [email protected]
            : thanks
            : Kresimir Kezele

        2. Stradivarius Violin
          Mr. Radulescu

          I need prices Information about a Stradivarius Violin. I have it and i want to sell it , but i’m 0 level scaled on intruments prices 🙂 if you can help me please send me some information.
          Sincerely yours,
          Radulescu

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Mario
      Mario

      I have a Violin from the Manufator

      Meinel & Herold Klingenthal Germany
      Giovan Paolo Maggini Brescia 1682

      I need Information about this Violin. Prices and Sellers

      1. Hello!
        I have mandoline from about 1936.This is from my father.Made in Meinel&Herold Musikinstrumentenfabrik , Klingenthal.Can I make any contact with this fabric and have some mail address? I can also send the photo of this mandoline.
        Vjeko.

      1. Re: GIOVAN PAOLO MAGGINI VIOLA 1640 YAHR FOR SALE!
        bnash

        I understood he only made them until 1632, so how could yours be an original? It may have been made by someone in his shop. How much are you asking for it? What condition is it in?

  24. Banjo Windsor
    Francisco Miranda Núñez

    I have a Windsor banjo, ARTISTE MOD.2, IT WENT MADE IN THE YEAR 1899, I WANT KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS INSTRUMENT.

    Best regards,

    Francisco Miranda Núñez
    Engeneer in international trade
    Santiago-Chile

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