Weiss Diatonic Harmonica

Weiss Diatonic Harmonica

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Description

This harmonica was made by Christian Weiss in Germany, undetermined date. It is a diatonic harmonica with 8 single holes and 16 reeds. This harmonica has a red and yellow stained wooden comb with metal cover plates attached to the top and bottom with screws. It is embossed:

REGISTERED
LONDON [2 medals] 1891
TRADE MARK ,
CHICAGO [3 medals] 1893
CH.WEISS

Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
harmonica
maker
Weiss, Ch.
place made
Germany
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 3/4 in x 4 in x 1 in; 1.905 cm x 10.16 cm x 2.54 cm
overall: 3/4 in x 4 in x 1 in; 1.905 cm x 10.16 cm x 2.54 cm
ID Number
1988.0783.154
accession number
1988.0783
catalog number
1988.0783.154
Credit Line
The Peter Kassan Collection
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Culture and the Arts: Musical Instruments
Music & Musical Instruments
Harmonicas
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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