Chromatic harmonica, C
Maker
William Kratt Company
Date1950-1980 ca.
Place MadeUnited States, North America
ModelUltra-monica No. 12
Serial No.None
SignedEngraved on cover: WM. KRATT CO. / (trademark)MarkingsImprinted: THE ULTRA-MONICA / A Superior Chromatic Harmonica / Product of Wm. Kratt Company / MADE IN U.S.A. A 440 / PROFESSIONAL SUPER-CHROMATICDescriptionChromatic harmonica in C in rectangular shape. Chrome- or nickel-plated steel cover plates. Wooden comb with double-chamber construction with 12 holes. The mouthpiece is chrome-plated brass and has square holes. Straight, push brass slide with internal wire spring-loaded mechanism. Brass reed plates. Total of 48 reeds. Original spring-flip-top case lined with satin and silk.Dimensions5-1/2 x 1-1/2 inchesProvenanceNo known provenance.Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number07597
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