Photographs, serial numbers and production information for George P. Matthew, banjo maker c.1880-1920
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G.P. Matthew #1165
This is an early Matthew, 7-string metal flush fret. Rim diameter 11 3/4" with a 24" scale. The low serial number 1165 and rim hardware type suggest a date of manufacture c.1883, one... Read More |
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G. P. Matthew was an early volume manufacturer of banjos. Established as an independent maker in Birmingham in1882. By mid-1885 his advertising refers, in addition to his own banjos at three... Read More |
5 string fretless original skin
Hi, I have a Geo P Matthew fretless banjo with number 24517 and makers name stamped on drum stretcher on the back.
I'd like to know more about this banjo if anyone can help me date it... Read More |
New Member
Hi,
I've just acquired a lovely Geo Matthews. The name is on the underside of the perch pole. I took a photo using a mirror and figured it out in reverse. I include this among the... Read More |
G. P. Matthew
Just posted another example of a Matthew engraved rim. I've not seen this pattern before. I'll post photos of the banjo and s/n when complete.
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G. Swain Buckley's Celebrated Minor Jig | Steven Watson |
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Matthew banjo (inside) |
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George P Matthew banjo |
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