Bell harmonica
Maker
Koch and Sons
Date1900-1920 ca.
Place MadeGermany, Europe
ModelFidelios
Serial No.None
SignedTop cover signed: [Koch antelope trademark] / [award medals for Chicago and Jamaica] (no dates)MarkingsBottom marked: Fidelios / REGISTEREDDescriptionTremolo bell harmonica in a rectangular shape with a double-bell mechanism assembled on an arched structure, which contains the keys to activate the bells. Keys have brass ball clappers and spring returns. Chrome- or nickel-plated steel cover plates with escape holes. Extended wooden comb with double-chamber construction with 20 holes. Galvanized reed plates. Total of 40 reeds. Cardboard box.Dimensions8-3/8 x 2 inchesProvenanceNo known provenance.Credit LineAlan G. Bates Collection, 2000
Object number08764
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1910-1920 ca.