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1885 Large Original Amazing Vintage Antique swiss cylinder key wind music box With 12 Airs, Song. With amazing walnuts case and hand painted on it. Working PERFECTLY and the songs change one after another. All part is original swiss. Widest point 22.55 inches. Deep 8.5 inches. The music box coming with large Attachment key & original Swiss mechanical key wound movement, & walnut case. The case has good vintage condition and has missing smalls wood veneer. & has small repair crack (we showed on last photo)& Some of the music box comb teeth appear to have missing tips. We do our best to research and describe the items accurately, but we are not experts on all of the items we sell. We include high resolution pictures of each item for you to exami. God bless you??

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Up for sale is a beautiful, late 19th-century / early 20th-century antique Swiss cylinder music box housed in its original rosewood/stained walnut case. Based on the interior tune sheet, this machine plays a 6-song repertoire, including late-Victorian favorites like “Hail Columbia, ” “The Queen of Bohemia” (composed in 1899), and Carmen. Mechanical Condition: Fully Functional: The spring motor winds up, holds its tension, and plays through all 6 songs in sequence. There are no missing, broken, or repaired teeth. Original Components: The governor fly spins perfectly, the original track/tune indicator dial functions accurately (numbered 1-6), and both the Play/Stop and Change/Repeat levers work as intended. (see note) Interior Glass: The interior glass dust cover frame is present and intact. Cosmetic Condition: The exterior wood case is solid and shows an authentic, honest patina with surface scratches, scuffs, and age-related wear consistent with a 125-year-old historic item. The internal mechanism features original surface oxidation and tarnish. RARE HISTORIC PROVIDENCE INCLUDED! The tune sheet features beautiful, authentic period handwriting reading: Mary Elizabeth Campbell, March 9th, 1905. Historical research confirms this box was a 30th birthday gift to Mary Elizabeth Campbell of Hyrum (Cache Valley), Utah, born March 10, 1875. She passed away just five years later in 1910, making this an incredibly well-preserved, single-family heirloom with documented Utah pioneer-era history! Play/Stop Switch Note: The lever successfully starts and stops the music mechanism, but operates essentially as a one-way pusher. When moved to the “Play” position, it pushes the internal brake smoothly. When moved back, it does not mechanically grab or pull the internal assembly back on its own, likely due to a sticky or unhooked internal return spring. The previous owner applied a small amount of oil to the assembly to ensure smooth basic operation, but it has not been deep-cleaned or altered further. The cylinder mechanism will be safely secured, and the box will be heavily double-boxed with premium cushioning to ensure safe transit to its new home. Please review the photos carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing!

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1Original Vintage Antique swiss cylinder key wind music box With 2 Airs, Song. Working perfectly as video shows. All part is original swiss. Widest point 5.3 inches. Deep 3.5 inches. Tall 2.3 inches. We do our best to research and describe the items accurately, but we are not experts on all of the items we sell. We include high resolution pictures of each item for you to exami. God bless you??

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This is a revised listing of a previous one since more is known about this beautiful box with more pictures & video! (Just wanted to be transparent). The 1885-92 Paillard Swiss Music Box is a vintage collectible that plays 10 different airs using a 7 1/2 inch cylinder and works. This music box, made by the reputable brand Paillard, showcases intricate craftsmanship and design from the late 19th century. Perfect for collectors of decorative musical items, this music box adds charm and nostalgia to any space with its historical significance and melodic tunes. A cleaning would bring new life to this piece, making it a unique addition to any collection or a lovely gift for music box enthusiasts.

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The Thorens Swiss No. 30 Wind-Up Wooden Cylinder Music Box is a charming and nostalgic collectible that features four different airs. This beautifully crafted music box is a timeless piece with mid century manufacturing time period, adding to its vintage appeal. The wind-up mechanism and intricate wooden design make it a unique and eye-catching decorative item for any collector of music boxes or Swiss craftsmanship. Perfect for adding a touch of tradition and elegance to any space, this Thorens music box is a classic piece that is sure to be a cherished addition to any collection.

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Antique swiss made music box. Works and has nothing missing. Needs cleaned so will play smoother. Can’t locate maker on the box.

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Nice playing Mermod Freres Swiss 1800s cylindrical music box with inlaid wood cabinet. Lyre damper adjusts to change sound. Cabinet is 18″ Long, cylinder is 9″ Long. Teeth in good shape… One is missing part of fine tine. See photos and video for condition.

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This is a rare 19th century Swiss Cylinder music box in fine working condition. The crank and both switches (Change/Repeat & Stop/Play) both work though at times I need to slide cylinder to the left, it springs back and starts playing. All teeth are present. It is approximately 14″ long, 4 3/4″ high, 7 deep (CM: 35x18x12). The box top has some issues. Some banding inlay is missing. It has a gouge on left margin. It has some other scratches. The front has some minor scratches & paint. The sides and back are good. It contains 8 airs/songs. Also 4 1/2 Pouces which I believe refers to cylinder size. It is serial number 25093.

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Up for sale is an antique Columbia Six Airs Swiss cylinder music box, designed to play six different tunes. It measures approximately 13.25″ wide x 7.25″ deep x 5 high and is in working condition. The crank is slightly loose and takes a few turns to engage, but once started, it plays smoothly. The Play/Stop and Change/Repeat levers are not functioning. The paper song list inside, on the lid, has a torn corner, and there are scuffs on the wooden case, but overall, it looks good and displays beautifully. Please see all photos for the best idea of condition. Let me know if you have any questions-thanks for looking! As far as packing, we take pride in getting our items to our buyers safely. Local pick-up is welcome. Antique Columbia Six Airs Swiss Cylinder Music Box – 6 Songs – ADD VIDEO. Antique Columbia Six Airs Swiss Cylinder Music Box – 6 Songs – VIDEO. The paper song list inside, on the lid, has a torn corner, and there are scuffs on the wooden case, but overall, it looks good for its age and displays beautifully. Please see all photos for the best idea of the condition. It’s a rarity to find an item that has absolutely no indication of use. Also, colors can sometimes be hard to capture. We are an estate liquidation company and are not experts on any one particular product, so please view photos closely for details and ask questions before purchasing. We stand behind each listing; our customer ratings are very important to us. We strive to do our best to ensure our customers are 100% satisfied. Thank you for looking! Add me to your Favorite Sellers. Winner is expected to pay within 7 days or I will relist the item. Sometimes exceptions can be made but please contact me first. All items will be packaged securely. International Buyers – Please Note. Please check all photos carefully to make sure condition and contents meet your expectations –IMPORTANT! Pictures are also a big part of any description. Please read the description carefully. It will tell you the condition of the item, whether or not it has been tested and any additional notes. We will list what is included in the package. Please note that these are real vintage items, so part of their charm is age. Please examine the photo carefully as it might have some minor damage somewhere that is being pointed out in my photos. When there is something significant, we will photograph it and disclose it in the description. We try hard to describe our items as completely as possible. We wish we were experts in everything, but we’re smart/old enough to realize that will probably never happen! We are not experts so we do not clean any jewelry or metals of any kind other than wiping with a dry cloth. We try to describe everything accurately and point out any flaws we see. If we omit something or list something inaccurately it is not out of intent. Please keep in mind that practically all vintage pieces have been loved, used or worn by at least one previous owner. Almost all of our items come from estate sales. Therefore, we do not typically know the history of the item. Once they are in our possession, they are stored in a smoke free environment, however, we DO NOT know the history of environmental exposures (smoke, pets, dust, etc). As with any preowned, used, or vintage item, we strongly encourage a professional dry cleaning or thorough cleaning of the item. Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed! Track Page Views With.

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Vintage Key Wind swiss REUGE MUSIC cylinder music box, 3 Airs, Song.

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