A yellow brass Yamaha YHR 567, of unknown serial number and vintage was the donor for this bell. It has been delacquered, cleaned, and fitted with an Alexander compatible ring made of bronze for its good wear and low friction properties. The phases of the moon are represented by eight moon silhouettes. Seven of the silhouettes are in nickel silver and depict the waxing and waning moon phases, and the eighth in copper, is the new moon (or could be an eclipsed moon). Each moon silhouette has been laser engraved to show some surface features including dark volcanic plains, called maria, and craters.
The bell with its bell ring weighed 448g before the moon phases applique. It weighs 477g after the moon phases were applied. This bell is in very good shape with some staining and only a few small dings that suggest it was used with care in its prior life. This bell has a robust direct sound especially in the lower register.
