About L. Dalton Potter Expertise I have been involved in the violin trade for over 28 years. I am currently the President of The Potter Violin Company in Bethesda, MD. I can offer clients initial advice on the value, authenticity and quality of almost all bowed string instruments (violins, violas, cellos & basses) using good quality digital photos. I would decline to give final evaluations without examining instruments in person.
Experience Experience in Music Business: Charlie Byrd's Music House; 1977 - 1980
Senior violin technician: Violin House of Weaver; 1980 - 1996.
President: The Potter Violin Company; 1996 - Present
Organizations: Founding member;String Industry Council, Violin Society of America, American String Teachers Association, Guild of American Luthiers,
Suzuki Association of America, Publications; Journal of the American String Teacher's Association, American Suzuki Journal Education/Credentials;Berklee College of Music 1974 - 1977
Awards and Honors: Chester J. Patranek Award for Excellence in the Music Industry
Traugott Rohner Leadership in the Music Industry Award
(26 years of service - too many to list)
Expert: L. Dalton Potter Date: 5/16/2008 Subject: 1924 Neuner u. Hornstiener
Question Hi, I am looking to sell or trade a 1924 German-made voilin, but cannot find
specific information about it. The inside reads:
1924
Neuner u. Hornstiener
nach modell
nic Amati cremona
its in good condition, however the bridge is broken.
Thanks for any and all help!!
Answer Hi Mathew, I have been traveling on business and have not been available to answer your question. A 4/4 size Neuner Hornsteiner Amati copy in good condition should start around $1200. They are considered to be above-average student violins from the 1800's German violin production. Violins which measure less than 14 inches on the length of the back (not including the bump where the neck joins the body) are considered "fractional" sizes and should be priced a bit lower.
Hope this Helps!
Dalton Potter
