Black Sabbath Heaven And Hell Vinyl Record Album LP 1st Orig Press 1980 NM EX

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Item Description

Black Sabbath – Heaven And Hell (Warner Bros. Records – BSK 3372)

Pressing features: 1st Original US Press, 1980, Stereo, Winchester Press, 

Notes: Released in 1980, Heaven and Hell marks a major turning point for Black Sabbath, introducing vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Following Never Say Die! (1978), it moves away from the Ozzy era into amore epic style, driven by Dio’s powerful vocals and fantasy-inspired lyrics. Tracks like “Neon Knights” and the title song showcase a fresh energy that helped redefine the band and influenced the direction of 1980s metal. Widely praised for its songwriting, the album is considered brilliant for successfully reinventing the band. It was followed by Mob Rules (1981), which continued this heavier, Dio-led era.

Vinyl Record grade: Near Mint Minus (NM-) (some may conservatively grade VG++ / EX)

Beautiful, well-cared-for record with a strong, glossy finish and only minimal signs of prior handling. Surfaces are exceptionally clean, retaining a rich sheen throughout.

On close inspection under strong light, only the faintest traces of use may be visible—nothing that detracts from playback or overall presentation.

A superb copy that comfortably sits at the upper end of the scale.

Cover/Jacket grade: VG++ (Excellent), very clean, well-preserved sleeve with only light signs of handling. Corners and edges show light wear, and the surfaces remain bright and attractive with no major defects. May have faint edge wear visible upon close inspection, but overall presents beautifully. No writing. No splits.

Other contents:

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Record will be packed in a plastic outer sleeve with the record placed outside of the album jacket to prevent seam splits and securely sent in a reinforced media mailer with fragile stickers displayed on outside.

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Record Grading Scale (Based on visual inspection)

Sealed / Mint

Used only for factory-sealed items. 

The record remains unopened in its original shrink. Because the record has never been removed from the sleeve, the vinyl itself cannot be visually inspected. Minor corner dings or shrink wrap tears may be present but will be noted in the listing if significant.

Near Mint (NM)

A nearly perfect record.

The vinyl appears unplayed or played very few times and will show no visible scratches, scuffs, or marks. The surface retains full original gloss. This grade is reserved for exceptional copies from well-maintained collections that have been carefully handled and properly stored.

Very Good ++ (VG++) / Excellent 

An excellent copy with only the most minimal signs of handling. 

The record may show one or two extremely faint surface marks or light hairlines visible only under strong light. These marks are purely superficial and should not affect play. The vinyl still presents beautifully with strong gloss.

Very Good + (VG+)

A well-cared-for record that shows light signs of use.

The vinyl may display several light surface marks, hairlines, or superficial scuffs from handling or sleeve contact. These are generally light and difficult to see without careful inspection. Records in this grade typically play very well with minimal background noise.

Very Good (VG) 

A record that has been played and shows clear signs of use.

The vinyl will show noticeable surface marks, scratches, and general play wear. These marks are easily visible and result in some surface noise, but the record should still play through without skipping.

Good + (G+)

A heavily used but still playable record.

The vinyl will show numerous marks, scratches, and visible wear, including scratches that may be deep enough to feel with a fingernail. Surface noise, pops, and crackle should be expected. Despite cosmetic wear, the record should play through without repeating or skipping unless otherwise noted.

Cover/Jacket Grading Scale

Sealed / Mint

Used only for factory-sealed albums in original shrink wrap.

Minor shrink tears, corner dings, or storage wear may be present and will be noted if significant.

Near Mint (NM)

An exceptional cover with virtually no visible wear.

The jacket appears almost new, with sharp corners, clean surfaces, and no ring wear, writing, stickers, or seam splits. This grade is used sparingly for outstanding examples.

Very Good ++ (VG++) / Excellent 

A very attractive cover with only minor cosmetic flaws.

The jacket may show very light ring wear, slightly softened corners, or minimal edge wear. A small sticker or faint writing may be present but does not detract from the overall presentation.

Very Good + (VG+)

A clean, solid cover with moderate signs of handling.

Possible flaws include light ring wear, minor edge wear, small creases, sleeve scuffs, or small stickers/writing. The cover remains structurally sound and displays well.

Very Good (VG)

A cover with clear wear but still fully intact.

The jacket may include more noticeable ring wear, edge wear, or creasing. It may also have a drill hole, cut corner, moderate sticker residue, or a small seam split (approximately 1-3 inches). Corners may be rounded from use.

Good + (G+)

A heavily worn cover with significant cosmetic issues.

Common flaws may include major ring wear, large seam splits, heavy edge wear, major sticker damage, writing or doodles, soft or worn spine, or full split seams. The cover remains complete but shows obvious age and wear.