DescriptionInstrument case believed to be original to fiddle 2012.36.1.1, black pressed fiber board covered with black leather-like paper, three metal hinges on back, two clasps and button lock on front, leather belt-like handle with metal rings over lock, partial decal center on lid top marked "Tennes" [possibly for band The Crazy Tenneseans or University of Tennessee], green felt interior lining/padded bottom, neck rest, boxed area with lid at case end for small items such as strings (dried bits of resin found), felt-covered metal clamps in lid to hold bow, unknown maunufacturer, 9 3/4"h x 30 5/8"w x 3 1/2"d, date unknown*/perhpas 1890-1910. * fiddle dates to 1890-1910