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Item Type: Concertina
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Case and Other
Main Case: Original hexagonal mahogany case (the veneers running radially). Top strap replaced with heavy brass "Coffin Handle". Lock and its cartouche missing, original leather-clad base. Owner's name on inked white paper in lid "English Concertina, H Portnall"
Main Case Shape: Hexagonal
Main Case Measurement: 176.5 x 160mm tall.
Main Case Material: Mahogany veneered sides, solid top panel.
Main Case Lock: Missing
Main Case Hinges: Two brass hinges, unlabelled.
Main Case Straps: Top handle missing, replaced with heavy brass "Coffin Handle".
