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Hi-Hat Cymbal

Hi-hat cymbals, a pair, on stand [10192]. They are an example of B20 bronze, an alloy of 80% copper, 20% tin, occasionally with traces of silver. The vintage stand was made by the Ludwig Drum Company. [With thanks to Mr. Ken Eidinger for additional information.]

  • Date:
    1960s
  • Maker:
    Zildjian
  • Collection:
    Bate Collection, Oxford
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  • Place of production:
    U.S.A., Massachusetts, Norwell
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  • Materials:Brass;Metal
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  • Inscriptions:[Arabic writing] AVEDIS ZILDJIAN CO. GENUINE TURKISH CYMBALS MADE IN U.S.A.
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  • Repository:Bate Collection, Oxford
  • Measurements:Max Diam = 360 mm