BEATLES - SGT PEPPER'S LHCB ORIG US MONO LP - VG+/EXC

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Since eBay is now charging for shipping costs, I have decided to now offer free shipping for all purchases.  Please note that I still must charge for international shipping -- please see the note below. 

This item is one of the “Holy Grail” records most sought after by collectors – an original mono vinyl LP pressing of the classic Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album by the Beatles, released on Capitol Records in 1967.  This particular pressing stands out for two reasons.  First, this pressing is an original one.  This is demonstrated by a number of facts:  it includes the original cardboard cutout sheet enclosure; the cover lists the Capitol pressing plants as being in Los Angeles, CA, Jacksonville, FL and Scranton, PA – but the Scranton pressing plant was being phased out in early 1969;  it features the original swirl label, instead of the green Capitol label introduced in July 1969; and the label does NOT include the wrap-around language about a “subsidiary” of Capitol, which first appeared in mid-1968.  The better part about this record is that it is the mono pressing of the album, with catalog# MAS-2653.  As Beatles fans undoubtedly know, the mono mix of the album is markedly different from the stereo mix in several respects.  To my knowledge, this title was not re-issued in mono in the US after the initial pressings in 1967 and perhaps into 1968. The vinyl shows some superficial marks but grades as VG+.  The cover shows only very mild wear on the front, and a little peeling on the lower right-hand corner – otherwise, this is very nice.

The vinyl is in VG+ condition, as described above.  The gatefold cover is in VG+ to excellent condition, as shown in the photos.                                                                                  

NOTE TO ALL BUYERS OUTSIDE OF THE US:  Pursuant to Paypal Seller Protection Policy sections 11.3 and 11.4, EVERY item paid for by Paypal MUST be sent via PRIORITY INTERNATIONAL MAIL.  PLEASE NOTE THAT BIDDING ON THIS ITEM IS ACCEPTANCE OF THIS REQUIREMENT.  The fact that other sellers may send items by First Class International -- and put themselves at risk for claims -- is immaterial.  In addition, the USPS just increased their rates.  To Canada, the cost for 1 single LP is $22.75USD.  To Europe, the cost for 1 single LP is $30.75USD.  Multi-album LP sets cost more, so if you have any question at all about postage, please e-mail me before the auction ends (but please give me enough time to respond).  Other countries will be about the same as to Europe.  Combining multiple albums saves money, and I can send you the shipping costs upon request BEFORE YOU BID.  I recognize that this results in very high shipping costs, but it is of no benefit to me because the money is paid to the USPS for postage.  If you think this policy is unfair, contact Paypal -- I'm only following their rules.  If you have any questions about my shipping policy or costs, please send me an e-mail via My eBay.

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I am not a dealer, and all of the items I place up for auction are from my personal collection gathered over the past forty-plus years.  I am selling my collection little by little to pay for college expenses for my two kids, in my spare time. 

Shipping within the US is free, via media mail.  If you want Priority shipping within the U.S., the cost is a function of weight and postal zone, and I will e-mail an invoice indicating the cost of priority (I can also provide this info while the auction is pending, if you e-mail me your zip code and the number of LPs). 

Insurance through the USPS is available, and once again my invoice will provide the cost information.  

NOTE:  Sealed items are collectible because they are sealed.  Since I do not own a store, I cannot return items to the manufacturer.  Once opened, I cannot refund the purchase price in full because opening significantly affects its value. 

NOTE: Media mail does not have tracking.  The USPS offers delivery confirmation with online tracking.  If you want online tracking with delivery confirmation,  ability, you must purchase delivery confirmation for $0.75.  

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I will always combine items.  Payment may be made by paypal.  If I do not receive payment for an item within fifteen (15) days of the end of the auction and I do not hear from you in response to e-mails, I will consider the auction results void and relist the item(s) for auction.  

Should you have any questions at all about postage, the payment method or for details about any item in particular, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Should you have any questions at all about postage, the payment method or for details about any item in particular, please do not hesitate to contact me.