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Many people never would think of collecting an antique violin as an investment but this review will start you thinking to the contrary. How much does is cost to own a piece of history? You'll be amazed.

The Trend and Price Rise of Collecting the Antique Violin


Collectors of Antique Violins and History

 

Collecting antique violins can be a fun hobby as well as a profitable one. The value of an antique violin is a result of its uniqueness. Not only are they artifacts of a past time, they are also beautifully made.

 

Many collect them just for the fine craftsmanship, but these violins may also be historically significant. In addition, other people like to collect them as they are a link between the past and the future, an interest that has remained intact through good times and bad.

 

The Rare Nature of the Antique Violin

The rarity of these instruments is what tends to drive prices up, making antique violins an investment now and for years to come. Cremona, Italy was home to many of the greatest violin makers of all time. Antique violins from this place are some of the most valuable.

 

The Masters and Their Craft

Violin makers from this region include Stradivari, Amati, Guarneri, and Maggini and Stradivarius violins are still the most well known to this day. His unique use of wood has never been replicated and, thought the use of this wood, a Stradivarius violin has an unique sound which has never been duplicated. Any collector would be proud to have a Stardivarius as a highlight of his collection.

 

History Told Through Old Violins

Violin making tells the story of history as it has evolved over the years. Economic and manufacturing development is reflected in this craft, even if the handmade musical instrument is not from a master. Italy, Germany,  and Japan have all been the home of violin making at one point in time or another while China is the current one.

 

Listen to the Music

Sound is unique to each area and a trained musician can tell exactly where and when a violin was made just by sound. Looks may be enough to satisfy some collectors while others are more concerned with the sound of an antique violin.

 

Got a Few Million to Spare? Buy an Antique Violin

As the world population increases, so does the demand for antique violins. There is only a limited supply of these masterpieces and people are more than willing to pay to own a piece of history. An original Stradivari can go for $2.7 million these days.

 

Investment Value

As supply dwindles due to fires, wars and damage due to amateur repair, prices will only continue to increase. It is estimated that an antique violin will increase 5% a year on average which shows this is a solid, steady investment over time.

 

This takes into account both good and bad years and, as the world experiences an economic downturn, antique violins remain a great investment. Look in your closet and pull out that violin you inherited from granddaddy. It might be the antique for the next road show.

 


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