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Gold-mounted German violin bow by August Hermann Mönnig, 59g
Little is known about August Hermann Mönnig. He worked in Markneukirchen and flourished between 1875-1927. His bows are well regarded
This bow is in good condition with original parts. It is stamped A. HERM. MÖNNIG
Materials:
Stick: pernambuco (Paubrasilia echinata)
Mounts: gold (unassayed) and ebony (Diospyros spp)
Pearl: pink/green abalone (Haliotis spp)
Thumb band: kangaroo leather (Macropus giganteus)
Lapping: whalebone (Balaena spp)
Face: bone (Bos indicus)
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