![]() The use of silver in King cornets and trumpets has its roots back to the mid-1920's and a number of King employees went on to form their own companies specializing in brasswinds that become famous for their use of these materials. While most of their products were constructed mostly of brass, what set some of their professional horns apart was that their bells were constructed of solid sterling silver and adorned with floral engraving. ![]() I became a big fan as they are more than just musical instruments they are pieces of art. ![]() Yes, this is from back when things were made in the good ol' USA! While I'm not a cornet player, I used to play an old HN White King Super 20 saxophone back in high school. White Company of Cleveland, OH in the mid-1950's. This is a King Silver Sonic Cornet that was manufactured by the H.N.
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