Guarnerius

But even such prices have been exceeded by that of the celebrated King Joseph Guarnerius mentioned elsewhere, which realised £700.

Fifty years ago, a Guarnerius of the best time might have been bought for £50 that will now command £500.

Many of the first connoisseurs, now hesitate whether to apply the epithet greatest to Guarnerius or to Stradiuarius.

Joseph Guarnerius appears to have endeavoured to produce the grandest tone, combining majesty and refinement.

The violin was new and bright and brown; it was labelled "Guarnerius," and cost three dollars.