Description
Early 19th-Century 1/2 Size Maggini Violin Handcrafted w/ Double Purfling
Rare Antique Fractional Violin – Ready to Play
Up for sale is a rare and beautifully preserved 1/2 size Maggini-model violin, hand-built in a European workshop circa 1820–1850. This is not a factory trade violin, but a genuinely old, artisan-crafted instrument with several features that distinguish it from later 19th- or 20th-century mass-produced student models.
This violin includes:
- Two-piece spruce top and two-piece flamed maple back
- Hand-cleaved linings and visible tool marks inside — clear signs of traditional workshop construction
- Double purfling on front and back, in the Maggini style
- Pegbox grafting, typical for older instruments of this period
- Deep, asymmetric scroll carving and aged varnish with natural patina
- Traditional facsimile label: Giovan Paolo Maggini / Brescia 1625
This violin is not a mass-produced trade model from the late 1800s, but likely an earlier handmade instrument crafted for a young player in a wealthy family or academic setting. Instruments of this size, style, and era are extremely scarce on the market — especially in playable condition.
The violin is in very good condition for its age. The varnish is all original. There is some surface wear commensurate with its age. There is small repair on the side rib of the bass-side upper bout. The pegbox has some grafting and repairs around the peg holes.
It has new strings, bridge and sound post.
Ships securely and safely. Reasonable offers considered.
Please inquire with any questions.
Violin only (no case or bow).
Shippinig Info
SHIPPING IS AVAILABLE ON THIS ITEM.
All items are handled and shipped within 2 days of purchase. For most deliveries in the United States, we use UPS.
If you do not see shipping rates, please contact us for more information.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
There is so much waste from shipping material. We are trying to make a difference to the environment by using recyclable or biodegradable material whenever possible. Our packing material typically includes:
- Biodegradable packing peanuts made from cornstarch. They can be thrown in the garbage directly, because they will dissolve quickly in the elements. Or, you can dissolve them yourself in water.
- Recycled green bubble wrap.
- Recyclable brown packing paper for filling voids.
- Paper tape to close the boxes instead of plastic packing tape.
- The boxes or shipping bags used are also fully recyclable.
Packing process:
- Items are inspected and checked for defects.
- Each item will be wrapped with attention to detail and plenty of room in the box or envelope.
- Insurance is always included in shipping.
- For stringed instruments:
- The neck and head will be wrapped and supported
- If there are strings, they are loosened
- Body wrapped and supported
- Inserted into guitar case (if sold with guitar)
Return Policy
Overview
Our refund and returns policy lasts 14 days. If 14 days have passed since your purchase, we can’t offer you a full refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it and it must be returned within 14 days of your purchase. It must also be in the original packaging.To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted:
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
- Any item that is returned more than 14 days after delivery
Refunds
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
There will be a 3% return fee deducted from the original amount. For example, if the purchase price was $100, you will receive $97. Late or missing refundsIf you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us.
Sale itemsOnly regular priced items may be refunded. Sale items cannot be refunded.
Exchanges
Exchanges are not offered on returns.
Shipping returns
To return your product, you should mail your product to the address on your product box, or contact us for a return address.You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable.Shipping insurance must be obtained on returned items. You may want to consider using a service that offers shipment tracking.We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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