Take a flashlight and shine it inside the curl openings of the main body. Most manufacturer's put a maker's label inside.
You should be able to read what it is claiming to be.
Many famous brands were 'knocked off' [ie faked] so if you have something that says it is a famous brand, you will need to take it to a reputable dealer to get it appraised.
However, that said, and given the fact you did not supply a photo of the back... It looks like this is a generic 'functional' instrument that was mass produced for students and the like. The wood appears to be fairly basic without a lot of fancy grain, inlays, or finish showing that marks higher end instruments. If it is in good shape (no loose or missing parts) you are probably looking at a price range of the low hundreds of dollars.
Don't forget your BOW though! You also need to have a close look at it. Many BOWS are much more expensive than the instrument and can be worth thousands! You show two, but not in detail, so get them checked out too.
I think they are basic ones, but I really can't see enough detail (nor am I an expert in old instruments) to tell though.
I want to thank you for your input. I will certainly look for the label with a flashlight. I am afraid to handle it very much as it feels so fragile. I am at work now and will let you know if I find a label in it. Thank You again.
Re: Stradivarious???
Take a flashlight and shine it inside the curl openings of the main body. Most manufacturer's put a maker's label inside.
You should be able to read what it is claiming to be.
Many famous brands were 'knocked off' [ie faked] so if you have something that says it is a famous brand, you will need to take it to a reputable dealer to get it appraised.
However, that said, and given the fact you did not supply a photo of the back... It looks like this is a generic 'functional' instrument that was mass produced for students and the like. The wood appears to be fairly basic without a lot of fancy grain, inlays, or finish showing that marks higher end instruments. If it is in good shape (no loose or missing parts) you are probably looking at a price range of the low hundreds of dollars.
Don't forget your BOW though! You also need to have a close look at it. Many BOWS are much more expensive than the instrument and can be worth thousands! You show two, but not in detail, so get them checked out too.
I think they are basic ones, but I really can't see enough detail (nor am I an expert in old instruments) to tell though.
Hope this helps!
Re: Stradivarious???
I want to thank you for your input. I will certainly look for the label with a flashlight. I am afraid to handle it very much as it feels so fragile. I am at work now and will let you know if I find a label in it. Thank You again.