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If you’re an uncompromising collector of antique technology, make sure to check out all my listings after you look at this one. I don’t think you’ll find a better, broader or more balanced assortment of technical antiques anywhere — hundreds of listings each year, almost all of them featuring eye-popping “gee whiz” gadgetry in exceptional original condition. Here’s a large, exquisite disc music box manufactured by Symphonion in the early 1890’s. The music box plays 13 5/8 Symphonion discs, ten of which are included with it. The instrument’s musical movement is housed in an early and ornate Symphonion cabinet whose burl walnut top and sides will most assuredly make it the focal point of any room in which is placed. Condition is excellent, and the music box still plays beautifully (see the video I’ve posted with the pictures). Cabinet finish is original, turned wood corners are undamaged, and the burl wood patterns are almost mesmerizing in their intensity. Unlike later disc music boxes, whose spring motors are wound with a crank, this early instrument’s motor is wound with a lever located on the lower face of the cabinet. Brass fittings are original and undamaged. The label on the underside of the lid is original and nearly perfect. The unique Symphonion “sublime harmonie” double-comb mechanism is likewise in excellent condition, with no rust. No corrosion, no missing or broken teeth. The governor is working properly, as you can hear when you watch the video. Overall, a wonderfully maintained 130+ year old music box, and I’m confident the new owner will be pleased. With the lid lowered, the cabinet measures 22″ x 19″ x 11. Sure, you can probably get a lower price from Joe and Janet Barn-Find, but when your “bargain” arrives broken, and without any hint of how it works or how you might be able to put it back together, you’ll realize that you really do get exactly what you pay for.

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THE QUALITY AND DETAIL ARE EXQUISITE! THIS MUSIC BOX IS SO BEAUTIFUL FEATURING A LOVELY GREEN COLOR WITH A BEAUTIFUL MUSICAL INSTRUMENT AND FLORAL MOTIF AND PLAYS THE TUNE “THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR”. YOU WILL LOVE THIS MUSIC BOX! THIS MUSIC BOX COMES WITH THE KEY. I COULD NOT GET IT TO LOCK. THIS MUSIC BOX IS QUITE SUBSTANTIAL WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 2 POUNDS AND IS AN IMPRESSIVE SIZE MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 3″ TALL x 11″ LONG x 5 1/8 WIDE. THE BASE HAS THE ORIGINAL LABELS. ONE OF THE LABELS READS “REUGE THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR NO 6186 SWISS MUSICAL MOVEMENT” AND THE OTHER READS “MADE IN ITALY”. PLEASE REFER TO MY PHOTOS AS THIS IS THE EXACT ITEM YOU WILL RECEIVE. I NEVER USE STOCK PHOTOS. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED WITH THIS EXCELLENT CONDITION “RUEGE” ITALY RECTANGLE GREEN WOOD MUSIC BOX! THIS BEAUTIFUL MUSIC BOX WILL MAKE A WONDERFUL ADDITION TO YOUR ITALIAN “RUEGE” WOOD MUSIC BOX COLLECTION OR WOULD MAKE A STATEMENT IN YOUR FINE HOME DECOR! I WILL CAREFULLY PACKAGE YOUR STUNNING “RUEGE” ITALY RECTANGLE GREEN WOOD MUSIC BOX IN BUBBLE AND STYROFOAM PEANUTS.

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Vintage Reuge Cigarette Musical Carousel. These were initially created to hold cigarettes. While they do not hold full size lipsticks, they can hold bobby pins, small mascaras, etc. In good vintage working condition. There is patina and wear on metal as pictured. Please see all pictures and video as these are part of the description.

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STUNNING Vintage Large SWISS Reuge Music & Jewelry Box Octagon Made in Italy. Reuge Music & Jewelry Box Octagon Made in Italy. Great Like New Vintage Condition. No Chips, Cracks, or Scratches.

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This exquisite musical carousel is a rare gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Crafted in Italy, this handmade piece from the 1970s showcases the exceptional quality of Reuge. The music box plays Lara’s Theme and is designed to hold cigarettes and lipstick. The vintage collectible is in excellent condition, and its intricate attention to detail makes it a stunning decorative piece for any music box lover or vintage collector. Photo is actual item. Check back often, auctions added frequently. My number one goal is to take care of the customer and give them top quality service. Give us a chance to make you a lifelong customer and we will.

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Stunning High Gloss Italian Hand Crafted Inlaid Musical Jewelry Box Isle of Capri.

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Absolutely gorgeous footed music box by the renowned San Fransisco Music Box company. Beautiful rose pattern inlaid into the wood on top. Pop of red lining on the inside. Gold hardware and feet. Plays Eine Klein Nachtmusik. Measures 8x5x2.75 inches.

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It plays the song Close To You.

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SHE WINDS UP SMOOTH AND PLAYS GREAT! DON’T MISS THIS ONE!

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