Edison Diamond Disc HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM THE BUNCH AT ORANGE

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Sleeve is original, and quite nice considering age. One flap needs to be re-glued, which can be seen clearly in photos. Record has no chips or edge flakes, no edge expansion. Side 1 has lots of groove shine, evidence of play, and a few light sleeve scuff marks, I’d give it an E- grade. Side 2 has scattered surface scuff marks, and in an arc between 6-O’clock and 9-O’clock, there is a long sleeve scuff mark, on the surface. You can see it in the photo, but it is more evident “in the hand.” Scuffs are consistent with those most likely created from shifting in a record storage box/crate during transport at some point in its life. Although the grooves retain shine, the scuffing brings me to grading as a V+. Will be packed with care, with lots of protective material. Record will have its own replacement sleeve, and original sleeve will be packed separately.

-PLEASE ASK ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE, I WILL GLADLY ASSIST-

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I audition all records COMPLETELY (and several times!) on a modern turntable with a lightweight sapphire stylus. RECORDS WILL BE PACKED PROPERLY WITH NEW PACKING MATERIALS between several sheets of cardboard, surrounded by packing peanuts, in a sturdy box.

I will gladly combine purchases to save you money on shipping. Keep bidding, and send me a message when you are done and ready for the combined invoice.

MEDIA MAIL IS DAMAGING RECORDS LATELY BECAUSE OF POSTAL INSPECTORS. AND THE POST OFFICE HAS BEEN CHARGING RECIPIENTS ADDITIONAL POSTAGE BECAUSE THE POST OFFICE DOESN’T KNOW WHAT A 78RPM RECORD IS ANYMORE!!!!! Wait and combine multiple purchases!!!

I take excellent care in packing, to assure a safe delivery. Read my feedback!

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THE VJM RECORD GRADING SYSTEM

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 scratch damage extensive.

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

P (78). Unplayable.