Trumpet Conn 17B Director with Coprion Bell(Rose Color) Start Price USD 50.00 Current Price USD 231.50 Time Left - Bid Count 21 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, September 07, 2008 End Time Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Location Everett, PA See more about 'Trumpet Conn 17B Director with Coprion Bell(Rose Color)' Description It took me a while to find out that this was a 17B model.  The only difference between a 15B and 17B is the type of metal used in the bell.  The 15B is made of brass, and the 17B has a corpion bell.  The best estimate is that it was made between 1962 and 1965.  It was bought new in the early sixties, and was rarely used, and kept in the case.  It truly is in pristine condition.  No corrosion or signs of tarnishing or rust.  There are a few small dings on the bell, but only if you're looking for them.  This trumpet is bound to be a collector's item if it isn't already, given its excellent condition.  This is a perfect piece for a trumpet collector or a musician.  Below is some more information I found while researching this piece.  Includes the case, but not a mouthpiece.  Thanks for looking. What Conn said in 1962: Completely New, these Conn Directors offer new and greater heights of performance for the aspiring young musician. Even the untrained embouchure can easily play each note right on the button due to the remarkably centered response. Every minute detail has been specifically designed and created with the student in mind so that he may quickly progress to the best of his ability. The new Conn Directors are acoustically, mechanically, and musically superior... without doubt the finest value in this price range!Special features of the new Directors: "Anti-Bounce", positive, quiet valves. Bell thickness graduated for finest tone. Newly calibrated bore for easier high register. Brilliant, longer lasting "Lustre-Conn" finish. What Conn said in 1966: Acclaimed by music educators throughout the country as the top value in student trumpets. Designed to allow the student to progress to the best of his natural ability. Easy playing, with precise intonation throughout all registers. Remarkably centered response and tonal brightness. Ruggedly built to stand up under the rigors of student use. 17B has Coprion bell for slightly darker, more centered tone. 15B has brass bell. Medium bore feel. Length 21". Bell 4 5/8".              On Sep-07-08 at 10:05:28 PDT, seller added the following information:I've added a sixth picture.  I tried to replace the #1 photo with it, but ebay won't allow me.  If you look close, one of the valves in the first picture isn't screwed down entirely.  I didn't notice it until after I posted everything and started the auction.  Just be assured that nothing is wrong with the trumpet, it was just an oversight while taking the picture.  Thanks again for looking. Place a Bid!