Sonora 78 RPM Record by The Velvetones (not authenticated)

This item is a shellac or vinyl 78 RPM phonograph record housed in a vintage paper inner sleeve. The record features a black paper label with gold or metallic lettering and decorative borders, characteristic of mid-20th-century pressing styles. The central label clearly displays the brand name 'Sonora' with the tagline 'Clear as a Bell', along with a bell graphic. The track title printed on this visible side is 'I WANT SOME BREAD, I SAID' credited to writers Martin and Feyne, and performed by 'THE VELVETONES'. Additional printed text includes 'Vocal with Accomp.', the catalog number '2014-B', the matrix number '(S. R. 2036-1)', and manufacturing information around the outer edge stating 'SONORA PRODUCTS, INC. MADE IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA'. The record shows moderate surface dust and some signs of age-related wear, including minor scuffs on the playing surface and slight discoloration and wear along the edges of the paper sleeve. The attribution in the name rests directly on the legible text and brand logo printed on the record label. The item style and typography are consistent with American shellac records produced during the 1940s or 1950s. The overall condition appears to be typical of vintage, unplayed or lightly played archival copies preserved within standard collector sleeves.

Based on what I can see in the provided image, this Sonora 78 RPM record bearing the label 'The Velvetones' and title 'I Want Some Bread, I Said' displays characteristics typical of mid-20th-century American shellac pressings, specifically from the 1940s or 1950s. The central label features the expected Sonora branding, catalog number 2014-B, and associated production details, housed in a vintage paper inner sleeve showing minor edge wear and surface discoloration. However, I cannot verify from a photo whether the label and disc are truly period-correct or well-preserved, nor can I assess the micro-groove condition, warpage, or audio quality without physical inspection. My value estimate of $25 to $50 assumes that the attribution is correct and the playing surface remains in playable, clean condition with only moderate surface scuffs. General market demand for common 1940s and 1950s pop and vocal 78 RPM records is generally modest, largely limited to genre-specific collectors or enthusiasts of niche mid-century labels. If this item were to turn out to be a later reproduction, replica, copy, or otherwise unattributed, the value would drop significantly, likely to nominal decorative or thrift value of under $10. To thoroughly evaluate this piece, one would need physical examination by a vintage media specialist, detailed inspection of the shellac composition and deadwax runout etchings, and specialized audio testing to establish its true condition.