The term 'VALUABLE VIOLINS, FOR SHORT' is an abbreviation for the word 'STRADS', which is a shortened form of the word 'STRADIVARIUS'. STRADIVARIUS violins are some of the most valuable and sought-after instruments in the world, as they were crafted by the Italian luthier Antonio Stradivari during the 17th and 18th centuries. These violins are renowned for their superior sound quality and craftsmanship, making them highly sought after by musicians and collectors alike.