Up for sale is a beautiful vintage C.G. Conn New Invention “Circus Bore” cornet in Bb/A, manufactured in Elkhart, Indiana, circa 1912 (Serial #125438). This early Conn features the desirable large-bore design, stamped “L” on the second valve casing, along with the April 2, 1907 patent marking.

The horn showcases an elegant satin silver-plated finish with intricate floral engraving extending down the bell and a beautiful gold-wash interior. A fine example of early 20th-century American brass craftsmanship, this Conn combines distinctive vintage styling with classic cornet character.

Features & Specifications

• Manufacturer: C.G. Conn, Elkhart, Indiana

• Model: New Invention “Circus Bore”

• Key: Bb/A

• Serial Number: 125438

• Era: Circa 1912

• Bore: Large bore, stamped “L” on the second valve casing

• Patent: April 2, 1907

• Finish: Satin silver plate with floral bell engraving and gold-wash interior

Condition & Servicing

• Cleaning: Ultrasonically cleaned.

• Valves & Compression: Pistons have a clean surface appearance, clearly stamped numbers, good alignment, and solid compression.

• Playability: Plays smoothly across registers with good response.

• Finish: Excellent overall satin silver finish for its age, with typical light vintage handling marks.

• Included Accessories: Original plush-lined hard case, additional tuning crooks/slides, lyre, and accessories as pictured.

A handsome addition to a vintage Conn collection or a great choice for a player seeking the distinctive character of an early American cornet.

Ships securely packaged and fully insured. Please review all photos for an accurate representation of the instrument’s cosmetic condition. Feel free to reach out with any questions!