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Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
April 29, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Symphonion 15-inch Disc Musical Box

Sell one like this
$923$750
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2890MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: April 29, 2016 10:00AM

Description:

Symphonion 15-inch Disc Musical Box, no. 43, dome-top mahogany case opens up to a gilt bed plate reading Symphonion, with dual combs and starwheel assembly, slow/fast lever, includes ten discs, wd. 24, dp. 21, ht. 10 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

discs have little to no rust, plays well, two broken teeth on upper left side of comb, start/stop pull lever not functioning, missing two bun feet


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