Capital Music Box Metal Cylinder

An exceptional late 19th-century mechanical music cylinder designed for the Capital Cuff Music Box (F.G. Otto & Sons, Jersey City, New Jersey). Crafted from sheet metal with punched musical projection pins, this tapered cone cylinder features striking original dark blue lithographed metal casing accented by bright gold leaf embellishments, depicting an American eagle with banners marked "CAPITAL" and "PATENTED" alongside lyre and floral iconography. The lower rim is stamped with title information reading "...TROUBADOUR...". The piece exhibits period wear consistent with age and mechanical use, including paint loss, scattered chipping, surface oxidation, and minor pin deformation, but retains vibrant lithography and clear markings overall. H 4.25", W 3.25", D 3.25". See photos for condition. From the Meekins Collection.