- Object number56/274
- Exhibition
- DescriptionThis jew's harp, also called a 'jaw harp' or 'mouth harp', is played by placing between teeth and 'twanging' the sprung bar. The pitch of the note can be altered by changing shape of the mouth when playing. Nothing is known about the origins or place of use of this jew's harp.
- Physical description1 Jew's harp: metal
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- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_1697.tif - High resolution image