Lot #669: J.C. Deagan Tone Chime Bars (Xylophone-Family Percussion Instrument), Chicago USA – Includ

One lot featuring a J.C. Deagan tone chime bar instrument, a xylophone-family mallet percussion instrument, manufactured in Chicago, U.S.A., along with a vintage “Hero” harmonica in its original case. J.C. Deagan Tone Chimes • Marked “J.C. Deagan – Chicago – Patented – Made in U.S.A.” • Consists of metal tone bars mounted in a compact block, designed to be struck with mallets • Includes two mallets (as shown) • Part of the xylophone / mallet percussion family, commonly used for music education, orchestral accents, and sound effects • Produced by J.C. Deagan, a highly respected American maker known for professional-grade percussion instruments used in schools, orchestras, and studios • Likely mid-20th century manufacture • Shows age-appropriate wear, consistent with vintage use; structure appears intact • Tuning and sound not tested Vintage “Hero” Harmonica • Marked “Hero Harmonica” with decorative graphics and Asian script on the case • Includes original storage case • Vintage example; not tested This is a strong lot for musicians, percussionists, music educators, collectors of Deagan instruments, or vintage instrument enthusiasts, combining a respected American-made percussion piece with a classic harmonica. Pickup category timeslot {B}