Used Artley STUDENT FLUTE Student Flute

Condition:

Fair

Estimated Year:

Unknown / Vintage

Made in:

USA

Includes Case/Gig Bag:

Hard Case

Accessories/Disclaimer:

Includes the hard case shown in the photos. Nothing else is included unless pictured or stated.

Used Vintage Artley Student Flute w/ Hard Case – Heavy Tarnish

Vintage Artley student flute featuring traditional closed-hole keywork and a silver-colored finish. The instrument is marked Artley and Elkhart, Indiana.

A three-digit "497" marking was found on the instrument; however, this does not correspond with the published Artley metal flute serial number sequence, so the exact model and production year have not been confirmed.

Features:

- Artley student flute

- Closed-hole keywork

- C foot

- Offset-G style key configuration

- Silver-colored finish

- Artley Elkhart, Indiana marking

- "497" marking

- Includes hard case

Condition:

Fair cosmetic condition with substantial signs of age and previous use. The flute shows heavy tarnishing, oxidation and discoloration throughout the body and keywork. There is particularly noticeable discoloration and oxidation around many of the key cups and mechanisms.

The headjoint and lip plate also show considerable tarnishing and discoloration. Scratches, scuffs, finish wear and other age-related cosmetic marks are present throughout.

The included vintage hard case shows considerable exterior wear, scuffs, marks and aging to the hardware and covering.

The exact model and production year are unknown. Please review all photos closely for the exact cosmetic condition.

A vintage American-made Artley student flute with plenty of age and character, offered with its hard case.