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Plucked Dulcimer

Plucked Dulcimer

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Description (Brief)
This teardrop-shaped plucked dulcimer has an unknown maker, date, and place of origin. It was 3 strings.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
dulcimer
place made
United States
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 2 3/4 in x 5 1/2 in x 26 1/2 in; 6.985 cm x 13.97 cm x 67.31 cm
ID Number
1993.0569.05
accession number
1993.0569
catalog number
1993.0569.05
Credit Line
Gift of Virginia O. Jeffreys
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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