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The World Master Harmonica

Object Details

Description

This harmonica was made by an unknown maker in Germany, undetermined date. It is The World Master model in the key of C with 10 single holes and 20 reeds. This harmonica has a red-brown stained wooden comb with metal cover plates attached with screws. It is engraved:

The World Master
MADE IN GERMANY D.R.W.Z. 201454

(and):

SOLID BRASS PLATES
PERFECTLY TUNED

Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Credit Line
Bequest of Edith R. Meggers
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 3/4 in x 3 15/16 in x 1 in; 1.905 cm x 10.00125 cm x 2.54 cm
Object Name
harmonica
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