Resonator Guitar Headstock Appraisal

Dobro Guitar Headstock

The item is the headstock and upper neck section of an acoustic stringed instrument, most likely a guitar or Dobro-style resonator guitar. The headstock is made of a light-colored wood, possibly maple or a similar hardwood, showing a natural finish that has aged to a warm, honey-like tone. It is a solid headstock construction, appearing to be one piece with the neck. At the top, a clearly visible "DOBRO" logo is present within an ornate scrolled banner, containing a stylized lyre emblem, indicating the manufacturer. This logo is brightly colored, suggesting either a decal or painted application, and shows good preservation. The headstock is equipped with six individual tuning machines, arranged in a 3-on-a-side configuration. The tuning pegs appear to be nickel or chrome-plated metal, exhibiting some tarnishing and minor corrosion consistent with age and use. The tuning buttons are black, likely made of plastic or a composite material, with some showing wear or marks. The nut, which guides the strings, is a light, possibly bone or synthetic, material. Below the nut, a black truss rod cover, shaped somewhat like a small, elongated shield, is secured by two small screws. The visible portion of the neck consists of a dark-toned fingerboard, likely rosewood or ebony, attached to the lighter wood of the neck shaft. The frets are metallic, and while the entire fingerboard is not visible, the craftsmanship appears standard for an instrument of this type. The overall condition suggests a well-used but cared-for instrument, with the visible wear contributing to its aged character.