The tension of each string needs
to be adjusted to a fine precision
in order to be correct.
(from 6 to10 Kilogrammes or 12 to 20 lbs).
This adjustment is controled by making sure
that the Pegs are firmly held in their
Peg holeswhich are found at
the head of the instrument.
It's an ancient technic,
but it works very efficiently
when the pegs are a good fit.
Consult : Historical evolution

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French "Olivette" Model

Technical notes

All Pegs exist in 3 species of wood : genuine Boxwood, Rosewood and Ebony.
 The decorative rings and buttons can be in Ebony or in Ivory ( mammoth's fossil, authorised material)
Olivettes are gold plated. Maximum diameter of the Pegs:
Violin 8,6mm or 11/32"; Viola 9.4mm or 3/8" ; Cello 13.8 mm. Or 35/64"
The Standard modern cone.

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