ciao Raffaella,
this is a bit smaller than full size, but still a nice build,
and currently, smaller, but useful for an Adult is desirable
in the general Marketplace
your specific accordion is late 1940's early 1950's
it is obviously in very dry condition, which is good and bad..
the body and metals will be good, but all the leather, cloth, felt
parts (many) likely need replaced, especially the bellows needs
re-taped and corners re-set
inside there are many small leather valves which take a lot of
time to remove and replace
i would suggest you prepare a small packet of information
about your Nonne, a picture of her playing this instrument,
and where and when she played it to be placed inside the
case for the next caretaker of this accordion. What we call
the "Provenance" of an old accordion is nice to have as the
instruments are not just what they are, but what they meant
and how they were part of someones life and the life around them..
to people who are attracted to the Settimo brand, this would be
a fun accordion to have.. not a gem as far as the model, but quite nice,
and worth restoring to the right person who has some repair skill
i hope you find someone worthy of having this accordion, and
frankly, if they are nearby and agree to perform for your Family
at some future reunion or event once they have restored the instrument,
that could be payment enough..
ciao ciao
Ventura
ps: i loved Genoa one summer during a visit.. when the sun comes up
over the city it is truly "made of Gold"
