The recognition of an original label is an essential part of authenticating an antique violin, and the presence of an original label will naturally enhance a violins value. So the only name I cant find is T.F.Burtt Feb 11, 1884. is there any info you can help with that name T F Burtt. Didnt like to do that but now interested in selling. Ms. Mead: Made in China. Dear Louise, Peter, Dear Skinner. To find out what this fiddle may be worth at auction, please submit photos and an auction evaluation form on our website: secure.skinnerinc.com/appraisals/form.asp, Hi David, I have a Valentinus de Zorzi violin with a barely legible signature reading Valentinus de Zorzi Centensi Venetum fecit Florentia 1885 on the label. The edges of the label itself should blend in cleanly to the wood surface. I am now interested in selling and I think I see them on Ebay for a third of the value. Mr. Taylor: What is the value of a antonius violin made in china? - Answers My violins label reads: Ch.J.B.Collin-Mezin 1929? I am not an appraiser or a buyer. God Bless. It is a Antonio Stradivarius Cremonensis Faciebat Anno 1706 this is the information on the inside of the violin. Learn More. Excellent condition; no bad damage. Thank you for your comment. the czech fractional violin would be worth very little: completely fixed up maybe $200 if it uses good wood; $30 if it needs restoring (strings, bridge, pegs, gluing seams etc.) Ill be in touch soon. The case is wooden & the violin & case are in good shape. Really never thought too much more about it until she dropped it and off popped the finger board. The imprint of the wire sieve formed lines called chains or laid lines on the surface of the paper. Atef, Hello Atef, Skinners Appraisal Department would be more than happy to assist you with more information about selling your items. If there is any curling at the edges exposing lighter-colored wood underneath, it probably means the surface was treated to look old after a false label had been inserted. The reason, I want to prove Jay C. Freeman was wrong in his appraisal of a violin with a sotto la Disciplina label. You can contact the Appraisal Department by phone at 508-970-3299 or email evaluations@skinnerinc.com.