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The Special Columbia Zither

By gwenlyn, 25 January, 2010
Description

Antique/The Zither was kept in original box in attic. Paint now has crackle look because of a heat factor. Has tuning key, original instruction book which is also in german. Has 3 song cards and an orginal thumb pick. And I would bet that it has its original strings because it was never played after my mother got it.

Category
Music and Music Instruments
Medium
wood with steel tuning keys
Distinguishing marks
The Special Columbia Zither/The Phonoharp Co.
Condition
Good
Date Period
1897
History
Given to my mother by my great aunt
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
Photos
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mindbogglz

15 years 5 months ago

Re: The Special Columbia Zither

the 2 best resources for info...
http://www.fretlesszithers.net/Phonohar.htm http://home.dejazzd.com/williams/gz_home.htm
Wonderful instrument. Glad you are not selling, they go too cheap on ebay.

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Anonymous (not verified)

14 years 10 months ago

Re: The Special Columbia Zither

I have one too. exactly. given to me. no/key,book. and a special panama 1915 guitar zither. I love them. want to learn how to play can any one send a copy or? on how to play. [email protected]

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