Mystery violin donated to Canberra Youth Orchestra
The Canberra Youth Orchestra received a mystery violin dating to the early 1700s, with a label suggesting it may be a work of Spanish luthier Josephus Contreras from 1752. Expert Michael Hargreaves highlighted the instrument's detailed craftsmanship, indicating it could be of significant historical value, pending forensic analysis to confirm its authenticity.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 23:22 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 23:30 UTC
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