Up for auction is a verified piece of British broadcasting history—an original 12" vinyl LP sourced directly from the legendary vaults of the BBC Gramophone Library during their official archive clearance sales.
This is Disc 1 from the highly regarded 1970 World Record Club 6-LP anthology, "Forever Yours," tracking the absolute finest vocal jazz and traditional pop performances of Nat King Cole's golden era.
Authentic Broadcasting Provenance & Markings: BBC Barcode Inventory: Features the official, intact corporate digital archive barcode label on the sleeve, linking this exact record back to the BBC's internal media registry.
Decommission Stamp: Includes the authentic heavy black marker strike-through applied directly over the printed BBC corporate logo by archive staff when the disc was officially decommissioned and cleared for public release. Archive Shelf Markings: Vintage handwritten indexing notes and shelf marks are visible on the sleeve margins, showcasing its history as a working broadcast tool.
Album Tracks Include: This first disc in the anthology features a stunning lineup of timeless, high-fidelity stereo recordings, showcasing Cole's legendary velvet vocals backed by world-class studio orchestras.
Condition Report: Sleeve: Good (G)Standard vintage library condition. Shows authentic operational handling, storage shelf wear, and historical catalog markings exactly as pictured. Vinyl: VG with some light surface sleeve wisps under bright light, retains a strong gloss and plays beautifully.]
This LP is a perfect, affordable conversation piece or gift for radio history buffs, media archive collectors, or vinyl completionists looking to own a tangible piece of the BBC's broadcasting legacy.
Shipping: Packed with absolute care in a heavy-duty, professional cardboard record mailer.