1958-1959
That would be the serial number which can be used to date the instrument. Your Boosey and Hawkes trumpet was made around 1964 according to that serial number.
Your serial number dates it to between 1976 and 1977.
Boosey and Hawkes cornet with the serial no. 463557 should be about 30 years old.
according to the best available list, this horn was made between 1954 and 1956
boosey and company of England were in (bugle) business 1854 -1864. the company became boosey and hawkes after 1930....................
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The Boosey and Hawkes 'Emperor' bassoon with serial number 3629 was likely manufactured in the early to mid-20th century, as the company produced these instruments primarily between the 1940s and 1970s. To determine its exact age, you would need to consult Boosey and Hawkes' serial number records or reach out to a specialist in vintage instruments. Without specific records, it's difficult to give an exact age, but it could be estimated to be around 70-80 years old.
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Boosey & Hawkes.
Emperor trumpets were made by Boosey and Hawkes as their professional series instrument. It's a good instrument but is brighter in tone than a Strad or Yamaha.