Galiano Guitars

[izziny]

I have a Galiano 12 string acoustic guitar I am trying to get info on. The inside label says model G20-12 and ser# 6612757. It also refers to the Meisel Music Co. Does anyone know when it was built and what it's value might be?? Sorry I don't know how to upload pics on this site.

[jedistar]

Don't have much on this brand but according to this linnk it is from Harmomy:

http://harmony.demont.net/brands.php


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[jedistar]

also check out Retrofret - they have two guitars this brand for over $2500 US

[izziny]

Thanks for your replies. Extended research has shown that the name Galiano has been used by several luthiers. Some models were designed for the Oscar Schmidt Co. in the early 1900's and were labeled A. Galiano. Mine is an asian copy of the Martin D28 designed in the 1940's, according to some experts, and distributed by the Meisel Music Co. in NJ. Although it is beautifully finished, with a mahogany body and neck, spruce top and ebony frets and bridge, it's value is probably $100.
Mike

[VintAxe]

Hey Mike,

Thanks for sharing what you have learned about this esoteric brand. Your post will certainly help others and may bring some more Galiano information out of the woodwork. Well done. sb

[cheepaxes]