Toys "R" Us Musical Harmonica

Toys "R" Us Musical Harmonica

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Description

This harmonica was made by an undetermined maker in Japan, undetermined date. It is a Toys “R” Us Music Master model, with 12 single holes and 8 reeds. This harmonica has a red painted wooden comb with metal cover plates attached to top and bottom. In original sealed packaging. The harmonica is embossed:

MUSIC MASTER

This harmonica was distributed by Lash-Tamaron Distributors in Rochelle Park, New Jersey.

Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
harmonica
place made
Japan
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
metal (overall material)
paper (overall material)
ink (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 11/16 in x 6 in x 4 5/8 in; 1.74625 cm x 15.24 cm x 11.7475 cm
ID Number
1988.0783.453
accession number
1988.0783
catalog number
1988.0783.453
Credit Line
The Peter Kassan Collection
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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