Interesting Amberola 1-A on eBay

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Starkton wrote: Did the specialist consider to reapply shellac for the sake of originality after rubbing down the varnish?
No, it was never considered.

He specializes in grand pianos and uses lacquer because it is more durable and dries faster. To get the depth that shellac offers, he uses a clear coat.

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Only $540 with a little over a day to go.

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It only went as high as $810 but did not meet reserve. Jerry

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The condition may have frightened a lot of potential bidders off.

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Now listed as a $3000.00 Buy it Now.http://www.ebay.com/itm/Edison-A-1-Ambe ... 23261fceaa

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Seems too high to me, considering the condition.

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