pocket sized Thorens music box

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Posted by sara saucier

13 years ago

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Description

I have a small, pocket sized, brass music box. It has the name Thorens Switzerland on the inside mecanisims ans also on the wind piece in the back, it is in excelent working condition, it is missing a tiny screw for the inside, but does not effect the performance of the wheel. On the outside of the box it says "hot strawberry" inspired by Cutex. It has a loop on the top of the casing witch would be for some form of chain.

Category Music and Music Instruments

Medium Brass

Distinguishing marks the name Thorens Switzerland. title, "hot strawberry" inspired by cutex with faded strawberry in the middle of the box cover. Thorens Switzerland in written on the wind tab in the back. Behind the mechanisms inside is a visible number six. There is a tiny loop at the top of the box for a chain.

Condition Good

Size and dimensions of this item L 1 inch and 3/8 W 1 inch and 1/8
and is 1/2 inch deep

Date Period unsure

Weight 2 or 3 ounces

History Found in a box at a yard sale. No know history for this item.

Price best offer

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Ashwin 🌱 Newbie 10 years ago

Re: pocket sized Thorens music box

Hi I'd like to buy this music box if it's still for sale?

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