Mystery Accordion

[BarrieSambrook]

Hi all
I'm a 'newbie' with a question for all you accordion folk.

I used to play in the early 60's so when I saw this instrument at a flea market last week, I just had to have it.

Looks like the make is "Fisarte".
It's a 120 Base in like new condition. The case however is much like myself, withered and worn. The case looks like it might be from the 40's or 50's

I've done a lot of research and hit nothing but dead ends.
Sure would appreciate it if anyone could tell me what I have, vintage and ballpark value.

Big thanks in advance !
Barrie Sambrook
Vancouver , Canada

bsambrook@yahoo.com

 

[Ventura]

yes it is a Fisart(e)

simple student accordion one step up from a 12 bass

worth a couple hundred at best

they were still in business in Castlefidardo, the old town area,
into the late 20th century

they mostly made accordions under private brand names for other
companies and music studios

yours is a catchy design and if it still plays nicely,
should be a lot of fun.. it mostly depends if it got all dried out inside
(they can still look brand new on the outside)