Up for grabs is the first of several unique shellac issues I have available that I hope will be a collector's dream.  This record features a performance by Alfred Cortot of "Caprice Poetic (La Leggierezza)" by Liszt.  It is a pianoforte performance issued by the Victor Talking Machine Co. on its Victrola imprint, and is a single-sided disc (no flip). 

The record has some light scuffing present, but no scratches, and I found it played VG+ on my equipment, with a reasonable amount of surface noise for such an old record.  The envelope I'm including with this record is a generic die-cut manila jacket, suitably thick and with a few light dirt or dust marks on its back side.  I am not sure of the exact date for this record, as it lists a series of patent dates as opposed to one copyright year; as the patent dates end in 1908, and the record sounds like it was acoustically recorded, I suspect it could have been issued more or less anytime between 1910 and 1925 or so, with perhaps 1918 being most likely (solely as a conjecture).  Be sure to look for my other excellent shellac listings, all of which will come suitably packed with extra cardboard and bubble wrap to protect your investment - and happy bidding!


Album and collectible offerings from

Michael the Record Nut

"Quality items at reasonable prices from an eccentric merchant!"


As a math teacher and long-time record buyer with a definite passion for both vocations, I am excited to continue to make available LPs I have collected over the last decade and a half but now need to winnow from my shelves.  The items I will be posting include quite a range of genres and interests – soundtracks, specialty records, and albums ranging from the typical mainstream to the unexpectedly weird.  Check back often to see what surprises I’ve got in store! 


Please note my conditions of sale:


-I use Goldmine standards to rate my albums, and I seek to do so conservatively.  Items will often receive both a visual check and a playgrade, so that I can review the material one last time and also listen for any differences between audible quality and my visual perception of an album's surface.  If there are any potential flaws in an item, I will make sure you know about those upfront.  As a rule, I will not attempt to sell records that rate below VG for the total package (unless the item in question is rare or hard to come by).  Because I deal largely in used stock and will be thorough in explaining an item's condition, please note that all sales are "as is" and final – returns are not accepted.

-I ship through USPS services to destinations in the U.S. only. All records will be packed sturdily with quality outer cardboard, with records and innersleeves removed from jackets to avoid seam splits on used items.  Because of the demands of my work schedule, shipments typically go out twice a week, by Wednesday (for albums paid for during the previous weekend) and by Saturday (for all later payments).  Whenever possible, I crank out shipments faster than this, so rest assured you'll get your order quickly.


-I will accept payments for items through PayPal only. If you win one or more of my auctions, please make sure items are paid for within 7 days of the listing's end.  Please note that I open failure-to-pay cases against those who do not pay or make any attempt to communicate with me within my stated timeframe.  Please do not bid or commit to buy if you don't intend to follow through with a payment.

-Shipping will be at cost to the buyer, through Media Mail.  I charge a starting fee of $3.09 for one album, then 50 cents per each additional LP in your order. 

-I will always be willing to combine shipping on multiple wins/purchases.  Just make sure to request an invoice prior to completing your purchase.

-The bottom line: I will make every attempt to insure your satisfaction as my customer.  Let me know of any problems prior to posting negative or neutral feedback, as this will help me to refine my services and better serve my fellow record collectors out there.  Enjoy!