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Saphon Portable Gramophone

Saphon Portable Gramophone

1926

  • NFSA IDH80XA3X5
  • TypeObjects
  • MediumArtefact
  • FormEquipment, Domestic
  • Year1926

This square tin portable gramophone was made for children. It includes a black horn, green felt platter and a wind-up key.

Approximate dimensions with lid open: 160mmx160mmx210mm.

Manufactured in Germany, circa 1920.

This square tin portable gramophone was made for children. It includes a black horn, green felt platter and a wind-up key.

Approximate dimensions with lid open: 160mmx160mmx210mm.

Manufactured in Germany, circa 1920.

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