{"product_id":"mermod-freres-antique-cylinder-music-box-swiss-1800s","title":"Mermod Freres antique cylinder music box Swiss 1800's","description":"\u003cp\u003eMermod Freres antique cylinder music box Swiss 1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition for its age, always refer to photos for best description and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur shipping is free and we will consider all decent offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e                    Identifying Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: The specific mechanism configuration-particularly the distinctive shaped, highly stylized tune selector\/indicator on the left and the patented winding\/speed governor assembly on the right-is characteristic of Mermod Freres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatent Markings: The large brass winding drum on the right features stamped patent dates (including sept.22,1885; Dec.6, 1887; and Apr.8, 1888). These match the specific mechanical patents held by Jacot and Mermod Freres during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Visual Condition: The critical musical comb is intact with its teeth present, and the pinned brass cylinder interacts with the teeth to produce various programmed melodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusical program: The tune sheet, indicates this model plays 8 musical airs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the songs listings include \"Home Sweet Home.\" \"Auld Lang Syne,\" and \"Dixie's Land.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer mark: The label features a \"Marque de fabrique\" logo, Typical of high-quality Swiss music box manufacturers of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible serial number is 32476 .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMissing the cracking handles, can be cranked by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiquesotovintage.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61879207625074,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/7069\/9634\/files\/20260522_153457.jpg?v=1779754960","url":"https:\/\/antiquesotovintage.com\/products\/mermod-freres-antique-cylinder-music-box-swiss-1800s","provider":"Antiquesotovintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}