![]() The gryphon and the trefoil inlays are original, with the replaced star being engraved by Kevin Enoch. The peghead overlay and heel cap were replaced with maple dyed to resemble the color of the early ebonized wood. ![]() all the other inlays were replaced and engraved by master inlay artist Kevin Enoch. The first fret inlay was from the original fretboard. ![]() The fretboard is now ebony with new grained ivoroid binding. Over time, the dying technique used in 1902 causes the wood to decompose. Fairbanks in 1902 and features a Whyte Laydie tone ring (made before it was named the Whyte Laydie!) The fretboard, peghead overlay and heelcap were all originally ebonized hardwood. What a fine example of an early 20th century banjo.
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