Fine Violin by Dominicus Montagnana Start Price USD 3,500.00 Current Price USD 3,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, August 21, 2008 End Time Sunday, August 31, 2008 Location Los Angeles See more about 'Fine Violin by Dominicus Montagnana' Description A fine violin by Dominicus Montagnana, 1729.  The top is fine spruce.  Two-piece back and sides are made of lovely maple.There are NO cracks.  The finger board, sound post, tuning pegs, and bridge are newThe varnish is original and in great shape.  The color of the varnish is reddish brown.The tones are full and responsive.  The violin comes with a fine and beautiful bow by Eugene Sartory, which is in great condition.The label reads:         Dominicus Montagnana sub si                                  gnum Cremona Venetits 1729 (29 is hand-written)                     Measurements:Upper bout: 163 mm            Center bout: 110 mmLower bout: 204 mmBack length: 354 mmShipping and handling: The violin will be shipped in a hard shell case by UPS.  The cost will be about $50 USD (domestic) and $75 (international).  Insurance cost will be based on the final price upon buyer's request.  Handling will take 2 days.   Place a Bid!