Chimes of Normandy Selection (Arthur Pryor's Band)
Victor Talking Machine Co. • Victor Record
Toy Category
Music and Audio Collectible
Year Released
1909
Condition
Fair, visible surface scratches, wear, and dust typical of early shellac records.
Estimated Market Value
5.00 - 15.00 USD
Description
An antique 78 RPM shellac phonograph record featuring Arthur Pryor's Band playing Chimes of Normandy Selection by Planquette, with the iconic Nipper the dog and gramophone 'His Master's Voice' paper label.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
5.00 - 15.00 USD
Auction Estimate
5.00 - 10.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Standard Issue, USA Manufacture
Model Number
16385-A
Toy Type
78 RPM Shellac Record
Toy Condition
Fair, visible surface scratches, wear, and dust typical of early shellac records.
Packaging Condition
Poor, housed inside a severely torn and damaged vintage Vocalion paper sleeve.
Rarity & Significance
Common early 20th-century acoustic recording, mainly of historical and decorative interest rather than high monetary value.
Special Features
Features the classic Victor scroll paper label with the Nipper the dog logo.
Notable Variations
Various pressings exist with minor label text layout changes across early Victor catalog years.