This vinyl record and its sleeve are for "Memories Of Coronation Day - 2nd June, 1953," a recording narrated by Richard Dimbleby that captures the highlights of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.
Released by the His Master's Voice (HMV) label in 1953, the record features audio recorded in London with the collaboration of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The specific item shown is a 10-inch "Long Play" (LP) vinyl record, designed to be played at 33 1/3 RPM.
Product Details
Artist/Narrator: Richard Dimbleby
Label: His Master's Voice (HMV), featuring the famous "Nipper" the dog and gramophone logo.
Content: Audio highlights from the June 2, 1953, coronation service, including the departure from Buckingham Palace and the ceremony at Westminster Abbey.
Format: 10-inch non-breakable Long Play record.
Historical Context: The recording was made by the BBC and published as a "Panorama in Sound" of the events surrounding the young Queen's coronation.
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