• Front and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo

    A stunning early 20th-century Fairbanks No. 7 banjo, this historic instrument features its original Whyte Laydie tone ring, cobra hooks, a 10-5/8" Fiberskyn head, and a No Knot cammed tailpiece. Elegant pearl engravings and intricate wood marquetry highlight its craftsmanship, along with original tuners adorned with pearl buttons. Made in USA. On consignment.


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  • Front and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Full front and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Front of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Bridge of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Front neck joint of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Fretboard of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Headstock of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Tuners of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Inside rim of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Neck joint of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Back and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Full back and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Case for Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Full front of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880.

  • SN 24781
  • 1908
  • Natural finish
  • 10-5/8" Fiberskyn head
  • ~1/2" maple rim, stamped "24781"
  • Rim possibly oversprayed
  • Fancy wood marquetry on rim cap, tortoise plastic binding
  • Whyte Laydie tone ring
  • Grooved tension hoop
  • 28 cobra hooks, bolts and L-shoes
  • Bracket band
  • Flamed 2-piece maple neck with carved heel (very thin shim)
  • Neck oversprayed
  • White-bound 22-fret ebony fingerboard
  • Fancy engraved pearl inlays
  • No Knot cammed tailpiece
  • Engraved floral inlays, and Gryphon on back of headstock
  • ~25-7/8" scale, 1-3/16" nut
  • Original tuners with pearl buttons
  • 5th string peg has pearl button
  • Makers plate on dowel stick reads "The A.C. FAIRBANKS Co. / MAKERS / BOSTON, MASS."
  • Dowel stick stamped "WHYTE LYDIE" "No. 7" "24781"
  • Newer tweed hard shell case (black lining)
  • Made in USA
  • On consignment

Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo (1908)

Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo (1908)

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SKU: 60U-221968

$7,500 USD
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A stunning early 20th-century Fairbanks No. 7 banjo, this historic instrument features its original Whyte Laydie tone ring, cobra hooks, a 10-5/8" Fiberskyn head, and a No Knot cammed tailpiece. Elegant pearl engravings and intricate wood marquetry highlight its craftsmanship, along with original tuners adorned with pearl buttons. Made in USA. On consignment.

This product is in Excellent condition (Learn More)
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880.

  • SN 24781
  • 1908
  • Natural finish
  • 10-5/8" Fiberskyn head
  • ~1/2" maple rim, stamped "24781"
  • Rim possibly oversprayed
  • Fancy wood marquetry on rim cap, tortoise plastic binding
  • Whyte Laydie tone ring
  • Grooved tension hoop
  • 28 cobra hooks, bolts and L-shoes
  • Bracket band
  • Flamed 2-piece maple neck with carved heel (very thin shim)
  • Neck oversprayed
  • White-bound 22-fret ebony fingerboard
  • Fancy engraved pearl inlays
  • No Knot cammed tailpiece
  • Engraved floral inlays, and Gryphon on back of headstock
  • ~25-7/8" scale, 1-3/16" nut
  • Original tuners with pearl buttons
  • 5th string peg has pearl button
  • Makers plate on dowel stick reads "The A.C. FAIRBANKS Co. / MAKERS / BOSTON, MASS."
  • Dowel stick stamped "WHYTE LYDIE" "No. 7" "24781"
  • Newer tweed hard shell case (black lining)
  • Made in USA
  • On consignment
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