Player harmonica
ALTERNATE NAME(S)
- Rolmonica
Maker
Rolmonica Music Company
Date1928 ca.
Place MadeUnited States, North America
ModelRolmonica (prototype)
Serial No.None
SignedA paper label on the upper rool bulge: ROLMONICA and TRADE MARK REG. / PATENTS PENDING.DescriptionPlayer harmonica consisting of a hinged enameled metal frame case with two crank-operated rollers and a single aluminum mouthpiece beak, in which a 12-note harmonica is assembled into. The music paper rolls were assembled on the inside and the player blew into the mouthpiece and operated the cranks. The harmonica itself is of standard rectangular shape, with chrome-plated steel cover plates, wooden comb with 12 holes, and brass reed plates. Total of 24 reeds.This is a very unusual version of the Rolmonica models.
Dimensions4 x 3-1/2 inchesProvenanceNo known provenance.
Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number07988
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