E. Berliner’s Gramophone How'd You Like To Be The Ice Man Mr. Will Denny 0125
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Description
Up for sale is an incredibly rare, historically significant 7-inch single-sided shellac record produced by E. Berliner's Gramophone. Emile Berliner invented the flat disc record, making this an essential piece of early audio recording history!This particular disc features the track "How'd You Like To Be The Iceman", charmingly performed by the prominent vaudeville artist Mr. Billy Denny. The face of the disc features the catalog block number 0125 stamped at the bottom.Label Details & Patent Marks:The central etched information remains distinct and includes the following early patent milestones:Patented Nov. 8, 1887May 15, 1888May 6, 1890Feb'y 19, 1895Oct. 29, 1895Condition Report:Please note: I am not a professional record grader, so please examine the high-resolution photos carefully to judge the surface quality for yourself.Visual Condition: The disc shows expected signs of aging for an antique over 120 years old, including minor surface scuffs, shallow scratches, and standard shellac discoloration. The center hole and edge perimeter are structurally intact without major chips or cracks.Audio Quality: Untested. Sold as-is as a historical artifact.
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