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German Made Bird in Cage Automaton Music Box

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German Made Bird in Cage Automaton Music Box

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German Made Bird in Cage Automaton Music Box. Marked GERMANY on bottom. Measures 11 inches in height.

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German Made Bird in Cage Automaton Music Box

Name: German Made Bird in Cage Automaton Music Box
SKU: 52142143
Price: 125 USD
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