This is an excellent student flute. The serial number is 110835 and appropriately, that makes it a 1963 design. The quality of the workmanship in this flute is highly remarkable to more youthful designs made after 1965 or 1966. At or around that time, Gemeinhardt's production was farmed out to China or somewhere abroad and the quality of the silver plating and the welding suffered considerably. This instrument is superb and was well looked after. It needs to last a great very long time in the hands of a mindful student. $300.00 O major BO. Call David any day in between 10:00 am and 10:00 pm at 37-david.