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cymbals

Pair of cymbals: the broad rims of the cymbals are slightly turned up at the edge, so that the point of contact is towards the central, saucer-shaped depression. The rims have a pronounced flange on the back of the cymbals. The holes for suspending the cymbals are comparatively large.

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