![]() ![]() Some pre-1898 guitars have the date penciled on the top just inside the sound hole. ![]() 1898 Serial numbers begin at #8000 1929 Model numbers were marked on the neck block, inside the body. Zoebisch & Sons” (Zoebisch was the sole distributor of Martin at the time). Nazareth, Pa.” 1888 to 1898 Paper label includes: “Charles A. This treasure was manufactured in November 1976 and still has lots of sentimental value to me. Serial number*****1176 This is a classic Maton guitar which was a much sought after instrument from the mid 70's. The original instruments had a paper label that read: “Martin and Coupa” 1833 to 1867 The brand reads: “C.F. Prior to serial numbers, the different instruments were identified by the Martin brand which was stamped into the back of the headstock, the upper portion of the back or on the back binding strut visible through the soundhole (the eased blocking reinforcing the center joint between the 2 back pieces). Martin began producing instruments in 1833.
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