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Listing Description:I took the picture of exactly the way these were found. I opened up the little packets and put what was inside on top of the packet and put it back inside. I don’t know anything about these. These were in the package. My father is 93 and my mother passed away last year at 90 these are heirlooms. I’m selling many many antiques of theirs that I flew to Pennsylvania and brought back with me. Ask me any questions before offerding please as I don’t know anything about any of these items.Title: Vintage Black Diamond Guitar Strings (Lot of 4 NOS) with Original Translucent Storage Pouch – Authentic Case Candy!
Description:
Up for sale is a fantastic piece of American music history: a vintage lot of four (4) New Old Stock (NOS) Black Diamond guitar strings in their original paper envelopes, complete with their rare, original translucent folding storage pouch. Manufactured by the historic National Musical String Co. in New Brunswick, New Jersey, these vibrant yellow/orange envelopes feature the iconic Gothic typeface that collectors love.
This lot makes the perfect "case candy" addition to complete a period-correct mid-century acoustic or electric guitar case restoration (perfect for vintage Gibson, Martin, Harmony, or Kay instruments).
What’s Included:
• Original Protective Pouch: Translucent, folding oilskin/vinyl storage sleeve designed to keep a musician's strings organized inside their case.
• 1st / E String Sleeve (Steel, No. 711) - Original unused string inside
• 2nd / B String Sleeve (Steel, No. 713) - Original unused string inside
• 4th / D String Sleeve (Bronze Wound) - Original unused string inside
• 5th / A String Sleeve (Bronze Wound) - Original unused string inside
Condition:
The paper envelopes are in beautiful vintage condition with striking, bold colors and minimal handling wear for their age. The original storage pouch remains intact and pliable. The paper sleeves are unopened and still contain the original, unused vintage metal strings inside. Due to their age, these strings may show natural oxidation and are sold strictly as historical artifacts for display/collection, not for modern playing use.
Please review the photos carefully to evaluate the condition. Items will be packed securely with heavy cardboard backing to ensure they arrive safely without any bending during transit.
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Item Specifics• Brand: Black Diamond / National Musical String Co. (NMSCo)
• Type: Vintage Guitar Strings / Case Candy Ephemera
• Condition: New Old Stock (NOS) / Vintage New
• Era: Vintage (Estimated 1930s - 1950s)
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States (New Brunswick, N.J.)
