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Help identifying Elvin Gretsch finish?

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I'm trying to identify a finish on a Gretsch drum from the 60s owned by Elvin. It's very similar to anniversary sparkle, but with gold flakes instead of silver. Is it possibly a custom job done just for him? It doesn't appear to be a re-wrap. Thanks for any help.

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12/14/20 Mahogany INDe Bop Cocktail Hybrid

Late 50s Black Nitron 3 Ply Gretsch 13/16/20 w/ Max Roach Snare
Posted on 13 years ago
#1
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To my eyes, it does look like Anniversary Sparkle with silver flecks.

Posted on 13 years ago
#2
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Yeah, the pictures don't really do justice to the gold tone of the flecks. Is it possible that they yellowed over the years?

12/14/20 Mahogany INDe Bop Cocktail Hybrid

Late 50s Black Nitron 3 Ply Gretsch 13/16/20 w/ Max Roach Snare
Posted on 13 years ago
#3
Posts: 75 Threads: 32

Hi,

This is Anniversary Spark, often happens to the hoop inlays (yellowing)

Years of smokey clubs and sunlight can do it.

1963 Gretsch Anniversary spark 13,16,20
1969 Gretsch Moonglow 20/12.14
1960s Gretsch Tangerine Spark 20/12/14
1950s Gretsch Anniversary Spark Floorshow snare
1960s Gretsch Champ Spark Max Roach 3 ply snare
1940s Gretsch Oriental Pearl Rocket lug snare
1960s Gretsch COB
1958 Ludwig Black Oyster 22/13/16
1964 Ludwig Black Diamond Pearl 22/13/16
1959 Ludwig Trans badge COB
1930s Ludwig and Ludwig WMP 28/13/16
Posted on 13 years ago
#4
Posts: 518 Threads: 70

Very helpful info, thank you!

12/14/20 Mahogany INDe Bop Cocktail Hybrid

Late 50s Black Nitron 3 Ply Gretsch 13/16/20 w/ Max Roach Snare
Posted on 13 years ago
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