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Symphonion "You Pay I Play" Musical Bank
By Claire Cleland

Hello there,  I have come into ownership of a wonderful Symphonion
"You Pay - I Play" musical savings bank attributed to Lochmann, Leipzig,
Germany.  A coin is placed through the top and a musical tune will play.

There is only one problem -- it doesn't work.  It is missing an internal
part.  I am not sure what exactly the part looks like or how exactly
I would get it made, but I do know it is quite small, perhaps a couple
of inches long.

I am seeking help from someone who may have some knowledge on the
subject and could perhaps advise me on the internal workings of such
an item.

Thank you very much.  I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Claire Cleland

 [ I found a good description of this rare instrument at
 [ http://www.mechanicalbanks.org/scrapbook/1970s/griffith_pages/79-07-griffith.htm 
 [ -- Robbie



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