Gee Whiz Harmonica

Gee Whiz Harmonica

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Description

This harmonica was made by Elvin in Japan, undetermined date.

It is a Gee Whiz model, with 12 single holes and 24 reeds. This harmonica has a red stained wooden comb with metal cover plates attached to top and bottom. It is embossed:

Gee Whiz
R.G.D
ELVIN
®
JAPAN

Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
harmonica
maker
Elvin
place made
Japan
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 1/2 in x 4 9/16 in x 1 1/8 in; 1.27 cm x 11.58875 cm x 2.8575 cm
ID Number
1988.0783.497
accession number
1988.0783
catalog number
1988.0783.497
Credit Line
The Peter Kassan Collection
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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