Edison Blue Amberol 5000 Series #5096 – “Mother’s Grave” – Rare Late‑Era Cylinder

Edison Blue Amberol 5000 Series #5096 – “Mother’s Grave”

This rare Edison Blue Amberol 5000‑Series cylinder (#5096) features “Mother’s Grave,” performed by Vernon Dalhart, one of the most influential voices of early American country and sentimental ballad music. Issued during the final years of Edison’s Blue Amberol production, these late‑era 5000‑series cylinders are prized for their scarcity, improved electric recording quality, and low surviving numbers.

Dalhart’s emotional storytelling and clear vocal presence make “Mother’s Grave” a standout example of his early narrative style. This cylinder offers excellent core integrity, clean celluloid, and strong playback—an ideal addition for collectors who appreciate high‑grade Edison cylinders, early country ballads, and historically significant recordings from the closing chapter of the cylinder era.

With extremely limited market availability and no recent comparable sales, #5096 stands as a high‑value, hard‑to‑find cylinder that enhances any curated phonograph collection.

Perfect for Edison enthusiasts, Dalhart collectors, and anyone seeking a premium, historically resonant artifact from the late electric‑era of cylinder manufacturing.