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When was the first music box made?
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The first music box was likely made in Switzerland around the end of the 18th century. Originally, most music boxes were quite small, but as time went on, larger versions developed. Shop a collection of antique and modern music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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32 Antique Regina Music Box Discs C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
82341-AWW 32 Antique Regina Music Box Disks Signed C1890
Measures - 1/16" x 15 1/2" x 15 1/2"
32
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Musical Instruments
Materials
Metal
$750 / set
Regina Upright Music Box
By Regina Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
An extraordinary and rare coin-operated Regina Sublima upright music box crafted by the Regina
Category
Antique 19th Century American Other Musical Instruments
Materials
Oak
$38,500
Antique Regina Oak Double Comb Music Box C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Regina Oak Double Comb Music Box C1890
Measures - 11 1/2" x 23" x 20 7/8"
This antique
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Musical Instruments
Materials
Oak
Antique Regina Mahogany Music Box With Disks C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Regina Mahogany Music Box With Disks C1890
Measures - 8 1/2" x 21 1/4" x 18 7/8"
An
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Musical Instruments
Materials
Mahogany
