A serial number is the best way to verify how old a Selmer Signet Soloist Trumpet is. As a general rule, these horns were first made in the late 1960s, around 1967 to 1969.
I have a wood selmer signet oboe. Serial #022227. Intermediate level. What's it worth. Plays fine.
2946
A Selmer trumpet with a serial number of 43417 was made in 1950, so as of 2013 it is 63 years old. All Selmer trumpets have a serial number and there is a chart that shows what year the trumpet was made.
2 years
According to Selmer's website 1952
The date of manufacture for the Selmer Soloist B-Flat Trumpet, with a serial number of 43417, is not listed online. It is best to call the manufacturer directly or consult a music instrument store in your local area.
I have a wood selmer signet oboe. Serial #022227. Intermediate level. What's it worth. Plays fine.
2946
A Selmer trumpet with a serial number of 43417 was made in 1950, so as of 2013 it is 63 years old. All Selmer trumpets have a serial number and there is a chart that shows what year the trumpet was made.
2 years
According to Selmer's website 1952
It had to have been made between 1975 and 1980.
Selmer's website has a comprehensive list of years versus serial numbers. You can check it out yourself at the link below this box. But your's falls between 1947 and 48
1952
1894
About $1500 if in good condition
Around 1963.