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Music Boxes
Music Boxes Bring Art, Inspiration and Song to Each Day
When shopping collectibles from The Bradford Exchange you are sure to discover many unique treasures not available elsewhere. Some of our most consistently sought-after collectibles are our music boxes - heirloom-quality keepsakes that seamlessly blend art, passion and music. Which is exactly why music box gifts can be so special!
While collectible music boxes certainly have a long and rich history, their appeal is as widespread today as it was from the very beginning. Superbly crafted of quality materials, our music boxes are tuneful celebrations of life's most wonderful things, like beautiful art from masters, holidays, classic movies and nature's wonders, to thoughtful expressions of love and gratitude for the important relationships in life.
And speaking of important relationships, our custom music boxes let you add personal touches to already beautiful designs. Simply personalize them with the engraved names of the people you love to create music boxes for granddaughters, daughters, sisters, friends and more. Some even have the choice to personalize with their birthstone, or the birthstones of their children as well, so they are perfect for moms.
Once you're done appreciating our wide selection of music boxes, don't forget to take some time to shop our entire site. There is so much more to discover. Shop Now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Music boxes made their first appearance in the late 18th century and were European of origin. Early music boxes came mostly from Switzerland and Germany, and their primary purpose was to play music. With the advent of the phonograph, however, the music box evolved into more of an heirloom recognized for its aesthetic and artistic value.
Yes, you can personalize music boxes. The Bradford Exchange offers a wide selection of personalized music boxes that allow you to add engraved names and messages, and sometimes birthstones, to the design.
There is a lot of crossover when it comes to music boxes and jewelry boxes. A music box can also serve the function of holding jewelry, if it is constructed with a storage area inside. Similarly, a jewelry box can also play a favorite melody as well.
The Bradford Exchange offers a wide selection of collectible music boxes celebrating different things, including favorite interests and important bonds. And some of our music boxes feature a small compartment hidden inside that would make a perfect storage solution for individual pieces of your prized jewelry. That makes these heirloom treasures both music boxes and jewelry boxes too.
While our music boxes do not offer the option of custom tunes, they do play some of the most beloved songs of all time, from heartfelt melodies like "You Are My Sunshine", to popular ones like "You Are So Beautiful", each is carefully selected to complement the artistry and craftsmanship.
Our heirloom-quality music boxes are created to express and celebrate the important things in life, from the bonds we all hold dear, to the most beautiful things in the world, to popular themes and interests that bring us joy. We offer a wide selection of these musical treasures, handcrafted of the finest materials, including fine porcelain, sparkling faceted glass and wood.