78 RPM 10": Decca Bing Crosby Signature Souvenir Record Philco Home on the Range

Sold Date: September 6, 2022
Start Date: August 4, 2022
Final Price: $15.00 (USD)
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78 RPM 10": Decca Records -Bing Crosby Golden Signature Souvenir Record with Where The Blue Of The Night Meets The Gold Of The Day / Home On The Range 

Comments: Fully play tested. From what I can determine, it appears this record was given away by Philco with the purchase of a radio/record player in about 1948. It celebrated their 20 millionth radio apparently. Decca didn't issue a catalog number for the record. Bing's signature is printed on the label.   
Record Condition (For the Eyes): I graded the record VG. There is gloss but also plenty of light scuffs/marks dulling it down.
Record Condition (For the Ears): Plays with no skips or sticks. Record surface noise is generally mild with a small amount of occasional clicks. There is a mark on the record on the "Home" side that produces an audible swoosh for several revolutions (see video sound sample). The sound quality is excellent and the record provides a great listen. (I play-test on a Newcomb school-style phonograph with a 3 mil stylus.)
Sound Sample: I've uploaded a video sound sample. You might have to view it on a computer (might not show up on a phone).
Labels Condition: The labels show a little wear and spotting. There is the remnant of some masking tape on the front side. At least it is translucent! 
Sleeve Type and Condition: Housed in a Decca Records company sleeve which is in good looking VG condition. The sleeve has numerous wrinkles of age and a small tear along the center hole on the back side. There are no seam splits.

Please see the photos for more info and a look at condition.


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