Oh Lady Be Good Appraisal

Perfect Star Series 78 RPM Record 'Oh, Lady Be Good!' by Cliff Edwards

This item is a single-sided 78 RPM gramophone record, approximately 10 inches in diameter, exhibiting a distinctive reddish-brown or maroon hue. The material appears to be shellac, typical for records from the early to mid-20th century. The surface displays numerous concentric grooves, indicative of its audio recording function. The central label is visually prominent, featuring the branding 'STAR SERIES PERFECT' in an ornate, slightly art deco-inspired font. A stylized star motif with radiating lines is positioned above the 'PERFECT' text. The catalog number '11564' is clearly visible to the right of the brand name. The track title, 'Oh, Lady Be Good!', is printed below the brand, followed by a smaller annotation 'From 'Lady Be Good'' (G. Gershwin-I. Gershwin), indicating its origin in a musical. The performing artist is identified as 'CLIFF EDWARDS' with 'Ukelele and Voice' specified as his instrumentation. The label itself is predominantly purple and gold/yellow, with black text, and is in good condition with minor signs of age-related discoloration or wear. The record's playing surface shows visible signs of use, including numerous light scratches and scuffs that appear to run circumferentially and radially across the disc. There are also some surface anomalies or smudges that might be dirt or wear. The outer edge shows some minor chips and imperfections, particularly noticeable in the upper left quadrant of the main image, suggesting a degree of fragility consistent with shellac records. The overall condition suggests a well-used but still intact vintage record, likely dating from the 1920s or 1930s, given the artist, format, and label design. The craftsmanship is standard for commercial record production of the era.