One of three solid gold flutes ever made by Flutemakers Guild is on eBay - $26,000. Here are the specs:
No. 200
Particulars: Concert Flute, 14ct Gold, Boehm system, closed G#
Thickness of Tube:
Maker: Seeley
Pitch:
Extras: Lip-plate and keys engraved.
Date Sold: 31.1.69
Particulars: Concert Flute, 14ct Gold, Boehm system, closed G#
Thickness of Tube:
Maker: Seeley
Pitch:
Extras: Lip-plate and keys engraved.
Date Sold: 31.1.69
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