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Hohner Golden Melody Harmonica

Object Details

Description

This harmonica was made by M. Hohner in Germany, undetermined date. It is a Golden Melody model, with 20 double holes and 40 reeds. This harmonica has a brown plastic comb with metal cover plates attached to the top and bottom with screws. Accessioned with original plastic case. The harmonica is stamped and enameled:

GOLDEN MELODY
M.HOHNER MADE IN GERMANY

Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Hohner, M.
Credit Line
The Peter Kassan Collection
Physical Description
plastic (overall material)
metal (overall material)
Measurements
harmonica: 1 in x 6 1/4 in x 1 1/4 in; 2.54 cm x 15.875 cm x 3.175 cm
case: 1 1/4 in x 6 11/16 in x 2 in; 3.175 cm x 16.9545 cm x 5.08 cm
Object Name
harmonica
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