#20 • C.F. Martin Style 2 1/2-17

Part of Musical Instruments | November 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM (live auction by Alderfer Auction)

High bid $5,000.00

Status: Sold

C.F Martin & Co. Parlor Size Guitar Stamped: "CF Martin, New York" on Back of Headstock Denoting pre-1898 Manufacture. Stamped on neckblock and interior back C.F. Martin & Co. "& Co" denotes post 1856. Instrument Shows Evidence of Major Professional Restoration Including Neck Reset with Wood added to Neck Block. Previous consignor attests to instrument was taken back to C.F. Martin in the mid-late 1970's for work and repair. Kerfing Shows Repairs Using a Non-Hide Glue. Replacement Bridge, Repaired Top Crack. Strap Button Added. Excellent Playability. Original Black-Painted "coffin" Wooden Hard Case 38"h x 13.25"w x 5.5"d. Tag on case reads C.F. Martin @ Co. Manufacturers of Guitars, Etc. Size of G: 2 1/2, No. of Qual: 17.