Hello all. I have acquired a Jolli Joe banjolele. It seems to be made of cast metal, has a vellum resonator and the head carries a badge which says 'Jolli Joe, The UK Uke'.

It's in a crocodile skin-effect case which is embossed 'John Grey & Sons London' and has a sticker on the inside of the lid with 'A Few Useful Hints' on fitting and tightening a vellum head and placing the bridge.

I've had a squint on Google but nothing that really helps me to date the instrument or find out any background at all.

Any thoughts please?

Cheers.