Decca 78 Appraisal

Bing Crosby - Little Angel / Little White Lies Decca 78 RPM Record

This item is a 78 RPM shellac record featuring two songs performed by Bing Crosby: 'Little Angel' and 'Little White Lies'. The record is circular, typical of its format, and appears to be approximately 10 inches in diameter, a common size for 78 RPM records. The material is black shellac, which is characteristic of records produced between the late 1890s and the late 1950s. The surface exhibits a glossy finish, though there are visible signs of wear including light scratches and scuffs across the playing surface, indicative of its age and use. The central paper label is predominantly deep blue with gold-colored text and features the iconic 'DECCA' logo in a stylized, bold font. Below the label, the song title 'Little Angel' is clearly printed, along with 'BING CROSBY' as the performer, likely accompanied by 'HARRY OWENS' (as suggested by the context) and his Royal Hawaiians. Other details on the label include 'Vocal with Instrumental Acc.' and a catalog number or matrix number that appears to be '1845 B'. The condition shows some dust and minor surface imperfections, but no obvious cracks or chips are visible from the image, which would significantly impact playability and value. The grooves appear intact but show some signs of interaction with a stylus. This record represents an example of early to mid-20th-century audio recording technology and popular music, likely dating to the late 1930s or early 1940s based on the artist, label, and format.