Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic antique Columbia No. 3 1/2 Zither (also known as a chord zither or lap harp) manufactured by The Phonoharp Co. around the turn of the 20th century. This instrument features a classic black-painted textured wooden body accented with golden filigree, an ornamental soundhole rosette, and its original integrated paper musical notation chart. Sold with wooden case!


Condition:

* **Body:** The wooden frame shows standard, honest cosmetic wear and minor weathering expected on a 100+ year-old folk instrument. There may be minor surface cracking or paint checking, but the overall structure remains visually striking.

* **Strings & Hardware:** All original tuning pins appear present. Several strings are intact, though some are loose or may require replacement to be fully playable.

* **Functionality:** Sold strictly **AS-IS** for parts, restoration, or decorative/historical display.


Perfect for instrument collectors or as an eye-catching rustic/shabby-chic decor piece.


*Please review all provided photographs closely to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition before purchasing.*