Chromatic harmonica, C
Maker
Matthias Hohner, Inc.
Date1952-1970 ca.
Place MadeTrossingen, Germany, Europe
ModelChromonica I De Luxe No. 1260
Serial No.None
SignedStamped on the front and back casings: M • HOHNER [three horizontal lines] / Chromonica I (black enamel filled) / [three horizontal lines] DE LUXEMarkingsStamped on the front casing: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Stamped on the metal comb back: C MADE IN GERMANY a'440DescriptionChromatic harmonica fully encased in chrome-plated steel, in a streamlined curved shape. Wooden comb in double-chamber construction with 10 holes. The mouthpiece has square holes. The push slide is disguised as a comb side end, and has internal spring-loaded mechanism. Brass reed plates. Total of 40 reeds. Original flip-top, plastic case.Dimensions5-3/4 x 1-5/8 inches ProvenanceNo known provenance.
Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number08527
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