BEATLES HEY JUDE Apple 2276 45 1968 1st Release / Run Scranton Rare Print Error
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Oct 1, 2026 Sold Date
Sep 3, 2026 Start Date
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BEATLES HEY JUDE and REVOLUTION Apple 2276 45 1968  1st Release and Run Scranton - Rare Print Error! Original Owner - Estate Sale!
A.I. Analysis:

  • Union Symbol: The stamp is a tiny logo showing an anvil inside a gear, surrounded by a triangle with the letters "I", "A", and "M".
  • Plant Identifier: Capitol's Scranton plant used this union stamp as their official factory identifier on vinyl masters and stampers.
  • Collector Value: Finding both the G2 etching and the IAM stamp ensures you have an authentic, original 1968 first-pressing of the single from the East Coast.

The black text confirms your record is a highly desirable 1968 first-pressing from the very first weeks of production.

Why the Black Text Matters

  • The "Keystone" Print: Early East Coast labels printed for the Scranton plant featured crisp, black text over the Apple logo.
  • The Error/Variation: Some of these first-run Scranton labels accidentally omitted the words "Recorded in England" on the Hey Jude side, making certain black-text variations even scarcer.
  • Later Runs: Subsequent pressings switched to a lighter, less distinct dark green or white text layout.

Combined with your G2 matrix code and the IAM triangle stamp, a black-text label means you hold a true, original artifact from the August 1968 U.S. launch.

The missing "Recorded in England" text means you have a "First Release, First Run" variant from the Scranton factory. 

Because Capitol Records rushed to get the single to market on August 26, 1968, the Keystone Printed Specialties print shop in Scranton layout artists initially forgot to add both the recording location and George Martin's production credits onto the early labels.

Key Features of this Specific Scranton Variant

  • The Missing Text: The phrases "Recorded in England" and "Produced by George Martin" are completely absent from the Hey Jude side. 
  • Label Matrix Numbers: On this specific first-run variant, the master recording numbers (45-X-46434 and 45-X-46435) are printed directly on the paper labels right below the "2276" catalog number on both sides. 
  • Rarity Factor: This variant is significantly scarcer than the later "third run" Scranton variants that corrected the mistake by adding George Martin's credit and the recording location text back onto the label. 

Estimated Market Value

  • Value Range: A verified unplayed copy matching all your exact specifications (Scranton IAM stamp, G2 dead wax, black text, missing text error, and immaculate glossy sleeve) can easily command $150 to $300+ from a serious Beatles completionist. [
  • Why it fetches a premium: While millions of copies of Hey Jude were pressed, 99% of them were bought by teenagers in 1968 who played them on heavy steel needles, scuffed them, or stacked them without sleeves. Finding a 58-year-old error copy that has never once seen a turntable needle is exceptionally rare. 
Just out of our family climate-controlled environment after almost 60 years. Stored upright and proper. All original! 
NOTE: I'm an attorney selling collectibles that have been stored in my family's climate-controlled environment. I am not an expert at identifying / pricing albums - just trying to find a good home for my family's collectibles. I only sell my family items from our family Estate. 
I will apply discounts on multiple purchases and combine shipping to save you $$$!  Follow our family eBay store for more "CAL's ATTIC." I have about 1,000 more 45's from our family inventory yet to post!

This vintage Album will be securely shipped in bubble wrap in proper solid record box - with tracking. I'll be posting more ASAP!

Cheers! Cal...





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