pink Lambert phonograph cylinder #516 w/original box

$

235

Pink LAMBERT Indestructible cylinder Record #516, OLD HOMESTEAD, Quartet.  Original box.  Although the lid is an original Lambert lid, the notation on it does not match record (pencil, pen, marker notes).  Surface is shiny with no evidences of scratching.  Excellent modulation.  This record does not fit on my Edison Triumph mandrel, and I will not force it.  It has never been reamed.  Bottom of record has 1 closed crack that is on the end of the record only, it does not go up to recording surface.  Top of record has 1 closed crack under the "1" in "1900."   It is also isolated to the top of the record and does not go into recording surface.  Box is nice, much better than average, and it is an ORIGINAL BOX. 

I conservatively grade the surface visually  "E" using the VJM RECORD GRADING SYSTEM. 

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N (78)   As new and unplayed (there are virtually no 78s that can categorically be claimed to be unplayed).

N- (78)   Nearly Mint, but has been played. No visible signs of wear or damage.

E+ (78)   Plays like new, with very, very few signs of handling, such as tiny scuffs from being slipped in and out of jackets.

E  (78)  Still very shiny, near new looking, with no visible signs of wear, but a few inaudible scuffs and scratches.

E- (78)   Still shiny but without the lustre of a new record, few light scratches.   

V+ (78)  An average condition 78 in which scuffs and general use has dulled the finish somewhat. Wear is moderate but playing is generally free from distortion. Surface noise not overly pronounced.   No skips or repeat grooves.

V (78)   Moderate, even wear throughout, but still very playable. Surface noise and scratches audible but not intrusive.

V- (78) Quite playable still, but distortion and heavy greying in loud passages. Music remains loud in most passages. Surface noise and scratches well below music level.  

G+ (78). Grey throughout but still serviceable. Music begins to sound muffled. Heavy scratches.

G (78). Quite seriously worn and scratched, but music level is still higher than surface noise.

G- (78). Music still prominent, but wear and scatch damage extensive.

F (78). Most of music remains audible over surface noise, but listening now uncomfortable.

P (78). Unplayable.