I've been reading about the 2245H, just trying to learn about them. At some point, I'd like to have a B460 (but might "start" with a B380) to go with our L250s.

I saw this 2245H on ebay. It was described as "JBL 2245h Excellent Unused Condition" and "open box." It does look pretty good, at least to me.

I noticed is that it is missing the label on the back. You can see 2245H stamped in the area the label would normally cover. Why would the label not be there?

In that same area is "030689." What is that? Is that like a serial number that maybe helps date the speaker?

Finally, I see a silver metal ring around the outside (visible in the front, cone picture). I haven't noticed that in pictures of other 2245H speakers. Are the other ones I've seen missing that? Why would this one have it?

Thanks

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