Hi Roger, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage Henri Selmer brass alto saxophone Mark VI model, made in Paris, serial number 224865, circa 1974 together with lined hard case CONDITION: in good condition, was cleaned and inspected in 2007 PROVENANCE: original owner, purchased in 1974 (presumably new at time of purchase) $3,000-4,000* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.