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An Index to Olds Instruments. 1954 Trombone and trumpet serial number lists merged 1955 production moved from LA to Fullerton (between 149,6xx, 150,3xx) 1956 eliminated large-shank mouthpiece receiver on cornetss (189,611) 1958 redesigned Ambassador cornets & trumpets. Pinky ring changed to hook, bracing changed.(246,5xx and 248,8xx). There's a rumor that when Kanstul ran the Olds line that all the horns were of high and consistent quality - even the student models. Supposedly that's SN 300 in the 60's. Supposedly that's SN 300 in the 60's.
I have a used Olds Ambassador Trumpet, trying to sell it. What can I expect it to be worth?
The serial number is 610386. I'm trying to sell this thing. I don't play the trumpet, it came into my possession years ago and I'm basically looking to get some spare change for a friend's birthday this weekend.
I'm taking it to a music store later today to sell it used to them, now I know that I won't get the best price there but I doubt I can find another buyer sooner. I'm hoping to get at least 40 bucks? I know that's low, but this music store usually looks at the lowest price the instrument is going for on ebay and then gives you half of that. I'm not expecting much and honestly, 40 bucks is fine.
Is 40 too high or too low? What do you guys think? I know nothing about trumpets, and yes I realize I'm probably going to get ripped off but honestly I just need quick cash for this weekend. It's not like this thing is going to be worth 700 bucks or anything like that.
It's in job shape. It could used a cleaning but the valves work. I can make it sing and make noises so it plays fine.
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