Thank you for viewing. This is a classic mouthpiece from Bach. The engraving reads: VINCENT BACH CORP., NEW YORK 7. It is for a small shank. This mouthpiece was manufactured in New York from 1918 to 1953. It has a strong following and is a model for mouthpiece makers. There are scratches on the body and shank, but it is in good condition for its age. There are no major scratches, dents, or plating wear that would interfere with playing. Please refrain from comments asking for a price reduction. Immediate purchase is OK. If you are interested in used or new mouthpieces, please search for Net Brass. net-brass.com