The Banjo-Mandolin Vega 1918 Tubaphone with Case is a vintage musical instrument crafted in the United States by the well-known brand VEGA. This particular banjo features 8 strings and has an exact year of 1918. It also comes with a hard case, vintage spare strings and instruction books ( copyright dates 1955 & 1959), adding value to the overall package. While the banjo has 4 strings currently on it and needs repair and is being sold as-is, it still holds historical and cultural significance as a classic folk and world music instrument. The face has slipped a bit due to loose pins. Damage is shown in the pictures. 
