Flaxbourne Settlers Association Collection of Objects and Photographs
Harp, Jew's

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Record 149/397
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Collection FSA (unaccessioned) General
Description Metal Jew's harp, slightly rusty. The stem of the harp was held between the teeth and the thin metal spring was flicked to produce a sound. Pitch could be altered by using the throat or back of the tongue.
Donated by Jack Taylor. It may have been purchased for his sister Ena. Jack used this instrument at home for personal entertainment.
Object ID FSA0.800.0133
Object Name Harp, Jew's
People Taylor, Jack
Taylor, Ena (later Davidson)
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Last modified on: January 16, 2015