Dulcimer Very Vintage Original Hand Carved by William Bill Berg Early 70’s One of a Kind Hearts and Butterflies Rare Instrument scalloped Finger board

Description

One of only a few ever made (the other is in Bills shop). Early 70’s Hand carved by the now Master Luthier as one of his first. The unique Double heart head stock, and the whimsical butterfly motif, combined with a deep and wide body, and FULLY Scalloped Fret board, Make a truly one of a kind instrument
Repairs and cleats added through the years, all seams and joints are tight. Wood and tuners have a rich patina.
The Fully Scalloped Finger Board lends to a light touch, creative playing, note bending, vibrato etc, and is probably best suited for an advanced player.
Labeled with his Bicentennial Musical Instruments and name, Bill [now known as “The Dulcimer King”] would later go on to found the Mountain Made Music shop in Nashville. [Indiana that is]