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Toy Harmonica

Toy Harmonica

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Description
This harmonica was made by an undetermined maker in Hong Kong, undetermined date. It is a toy harmonica, with 10 double holes and an undetermined number of reeds. This harmonica has a black and white plastic comb with orange plastic cover plates adhered to the top and bottom.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
harmonica
place made
China: Hong Kong
Physical Description
plastic (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 13/16 in x 5 in x 1 1/4 in; 2.06375 cm x 12.7 cm x 3.175 cm
ID Number
1988.0783.468
accession number
1988.0783
catalog number
1988.0783.468
Credit Line
The Peter Kassan Collection
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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