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Music boxes are a delight for children
of all ages. They play music that brings back
warm past memories and helps create new ones.
We carry Gold Label music boxes, jewelry boxes
and carousels that will bring smiles to your family
for years to come.
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The History of Music Boxes
The origin of music boxes can be traced back to 1796,
to Antoine Favre, the watchmaker from Geneva, who fathered
nearly two centuries of mechanical dreams. At first
merely a gadget incorporated in watches, perfume bottles,
pendants, etc., the musical movement was the glory of
Sainte-Croix during the second half of the 19th century.
At the time this industrial activity represented 10%
of the total volume of Swiss exports and was a source
of delight to the high and mighty of this world, from
Europe to China.
Edison and his phonograph, the first World War, as
well as the crisis of 1929, hit the music box industry
very badly, so much so that it nearly disappeared. After
the second World War, thanks to the American army stationed
in Europe, Swiss music boxes were given a new lease
on life.
Gold Label makes some wonderful
music boxes. Here are some of the music boxes we carry:
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Music Maestro Music Box
There's no resisting the charms of this baby
grand piano music box, 'cause Maestro Mouse is
at the keyboard! Thanks to the newest technology
(Radio Frequency Identification), he plays 24
favorite holiday tunes - just put one of the music
sheets on the piano, and watch him go! The piano
keys really move, and Maestro Mouse talks to you
while he plays! This amazing animated music box
is beautifully crafted and plays 15 Christmas
carols and 15 all-time classic tunes. You'll love
all the intricate details, and friends and family
are sure to line up for Maestro Mouse's world-class
act.
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it here in our online store!
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Musical Bell Symphonium
Six tuned bells compliment the elegant music
box songs that are played on ten interchangeable
metal disks. Crafted of rare burled wood and includes
a key and tassel lock. The music box plays the
melody as the bells add harmony. Includes 5 Christmas
and 5 classics.
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Animated Bell Symphonium
Dancing couples spin through this eloborate holiday
ballroom scene in a real wood music box. Tuned
bells accompany the music box songs that are played
on 10 interchangeable metal disks. Includes 5
Christmas carols and 5 all time classics.
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it here in our online store!
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Nativity Stained Glass Music Box
This Music Box with Stained Glass inside the
lid, and an animated Nativity is from the Gold
Label Music Box Collection. A wood music box has
a colorful stained glass lid and an animated miniature
scene inside. A wind-up key sets the scene in
motion and plays a favorite music box song. The
music starts as the lid is opened and stops when
the lid is closed. It measures 6"w.
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it here in our online store!
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Fairground Deluxe Music Box
This deluxe wood music box features two animated
fair ground scenes that moves as the music plays.
The music starts when the lid is opened and stops
when it is closed. Plays 15 Christmas carols and
15 all time classics. Approximately 7 3/4"
wide. Battery operated (not included). From the
Gold Label Collection
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it here in our online store!
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Xylophonium Music Box With Animation
Ballerinas rise up and twirl when the lid is
opened. Move the song select to play one of 25
Christmas carols or 25 all time classics. Measures
10.5 inches wide
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Jukebox Rock
A 50's diner-style jukebox. Push a button to
choose one of 12 songs. As the song is sung a
different scene is projected behind the twirling
dancers. Approximately 8" wide. A/C adapter
included. From the Gold Label Collection. The
Jukebox plays 6 Christmas carols and 6 Classic
50's year round songs Measures approximately 10-1/2"H
x 8"W x 10"D.
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Holiday Player Piano
This classic piano plays 6 wonderful songs as
the keys magically move. Each of the song cylinders
is replaceable and displayed in the piano which
is made of wood and reminiscent of an old-fashioned
classic design. Songs include 3 Christmas carols
and 3 all time classics. Approximate Size: 9 1/2"
Tall
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