Vintage Conn 14D: Purple Damascus Bell Engelbert Schmid Ring This bell has a ordinary

This bell has a ordinary appearance on the outside

and it fits Conn 8D and similar large horns best)

including Nickel Silver

Each star is nickel silver (0

Vintage Conn 14D: Purple Damascus Bell Engelbert Schmid Ring This bell has a ordinaryThis Conn 14D bell was graciously provided by a hornist from Evansville Indiana. Although the exact vintage is unknown, it most likely saw a few decades of service in the local school district. The bell flare was straightened, delacquered, cleaned, and fitted with an Alexander compatible ring made of bronze for its good wear and low friction properties. Next the interior bell surface was prepared for painting and a mesmerizing purple damascus pattern