PINK FLOYD Dark Side Of The Moon LP UK 1st Press SOLID BLUE TRIANGLE SHVL804 NM-
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Description
đź’Ž The "Vault" Collection: The Audiophile Series
Attention Collectors: This is a cornerstone piece of a world-class curation featuring 250 Rare First Pressings and Audiophile Grails. I am a collector first and understand that for a record of this magnitude, "good" isn't enough—it has to be right. Please [Save My Store] as I release more museum-grade items daily.
The "Everest" of Vinyl: 1973 UK 1st Press
This is the definitive "Solid Blue Triangle" (Solid Blue Prism) label. Pressed at the Hayes plant in early 1973, this is the version that audiophiles discuss in hushed tones.
What Makes This a "Grail" Pressing?
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The Labels: Features the solid light-blue triangle. Later pressings moved to a translucent outline; only the earliest runs have this iconic "solid" look.
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The Rim Text: Starts with "The Gramophone Co. Ltd..." (Pre-EMI change).
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100% Complete: Most copies lost their "swag" in the 70s. This copy includes:
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Both Original Stickers: Fascinatingly, one sticker bears a slight ripple—a "factory birthmark" from when it was first tucked into the sleeve in 1973.
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Both Original Posters: Crisp, never unfolded for display, and printed on the correct matte-finish paper stock.
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Transparency & Heritage (Condition Report)
I believe in "No Surprise" grading. This jacket has been meticulously preserved but shows honest, light shelf wear consistent with a record that has been handled with respect for 50+ years.
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The Finish: The deep matte-black jacket shows very light "rub" from being shelved, visible only at certain angles (see high-res photos).
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The Spine/Edges: Strong and legible. No seam splits. The corners show minor softening but remain square.
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The Sound: This is an audiophile-grade listen. The "heartbeat" entry is silent, and "The Great Gig in the Sky" soars without the distortion common on lesser-played copies.
Shipping & Returns Policy
Professional Packaging
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Secure Handling: Your record will be shipped in a dedicated, heavy-duty cardboard mailer with extra cardboard stiffeners to prevent bending or crushing.
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Pro-Tip Protection: To prevent seam splits during transit, all opened records are shipped with the vinyl removed from the jacket (housed in its inner sleeve) and placed behind the jacket within a 4mil clear poly outer sleeve.
Fast & Tracked Shipping
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Handling Time: I ship within 1–2 business days of receiving cleared payment.
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Tracking: A tracking number will be provided immediately upon shipment.
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Combined Shipping: I am happy to combine shipping. Please wait for a revised invoice before paying.
Returns & Satisfaction
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The "Collector’s Guarantee": I use strict Goldmine Grading standards. If you feel the record does not match the description, please contact me directly.
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30-Day Returns: Accepted if returned in the exact same condition.
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🚨 CONDITION POLICY: For opened records, any new scratches, sleeve scuffs, or damage to the jacket/inclusions incurred while in the buyer's possession will void the full refund.
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Shipping Costs: Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs unless there was a significant error in the listing.
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