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There are many ways to find out what the diameter of any musical instrument string is.
If you know how the harp is classed (classical pedal-harp, Irish Harp (usually requires the number of strings,) celtic floor-harp, etc.) then you can contact the maker of the harp, the maker of similar harps, or the maker of string sets for similar harps and ask.
You can also use a caliper or a micrometer with appropriate extensions to measure the diameter just like you would measure anything else using those tools. Since getting a good measurement requires some specialized knowledge and training, it might be advisable to seek out a machine shop where they will have the appropriate tools and experience with using them.
A note: if you want this information to buy a replacement string, it is possible to measure the strings on both sides, then buy a string with a diameter that is the mean of the measured strings. Also, when replacing strings it is important to know if the string set already on the harp is gut, nylon, which strings are wound and with what variety of materials, etc. A harp-maker can be of tremendous help here; you can find them online, and many of them are likely to be able to help you identify the string you need through email discussion.
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∙ 12y agoC strings are colored red.
F strings are colored black or blue.
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