The movement is marked M. 1846 (Mermod Frères, Sainte-Croix, Switzerland) and retains its Jacot Music Box Co. New York label inside the case. The original tune card is mounted on the lid and lists six songs. 6-Air cylinder (plays six tunes). Maker’s marks: M. Jacot Music Box Co. (New York) dealer label. Tune card present on underside of lid. Repeater / Change lever intact. 16″ wide x 8″ deep x 6 tall. ? Condition (In Need of Repair). Spring does not wind – movement does not fully engage. Cylinder rotates slightly when tested by hand, but not under spring power. Case shows scattered wear, scratches, and finish loss. Tune card has edge losses and wear. Mechanism shows age-related oxidation and dust. ? Tune Card (6 Airs) – as written. Just because she made dem goo goo eyes. Fog Town Big Minstrel. The Big Fit (March). Thank you for looking.
