Concertina

English-system concertina prototype, with reeds directly beneath the fretwork and the action deep within the ends, worked by very long keys and an action under the reed pans. Flat matt ebony ends, 6.25in/159mm across parallel sides. 48 ivory buttons, stained accidentals. The end frames are relatively deep and the bellows frames shallow (within sides). Square-end brass reeds on pan with draw string and 24 holes to allow buttons to reach the internal action. Four-fold green leather bellows, without papers. Black leather straps, nickel screws. No label or serial number. Hexagonal mahogany case with later handle and lock.