SAM APPLE PIE s/t LP Orig 1st Press DECCA Superb Cond

	£		398
	$		528

Title: SAM APPLE PIE - Sam Apple Pie

Format: 33 1/3 rpm LP

Pressing: 1969 Original UK Stereo 1st Press

Recording Label: DECCA 

Catalogue Number: SKL-R 5005

Matrix / Stampers: XZAL-9099.P-1W  /  1 JT K     *    XZAL-9100.P-1W   /  1  D

Information:

How often do you come across this Title.......and in this Condition? Super Rare Progressive/Blues album on Fantastic thick Unboxed Decca Vinyl. Only emerges once in a Blue Moon and is high up on any serious collector's wish list - Check out Pics for details.

Vinyl: EX+

 Both sides have retained their glossy 'as new' sheen and have been seldom played. There is one feint surface hairline which looks like a sleeve scuff which does not detract from the overall  appearance.

Labels: EX+ / EX+

Both sides are completely clean and bright and retain their deep Blue coloration. The silver text is still bold and clear. There are 1 or 2 Very  feint spindle marks on each side suggesting a couple of listens.

Sleeve: EX+

Original Front Laminated Clarifoil Sleeve. All 4 Corners and Edges are still Sharp with No Creasing nor damage.

Spine is in Almost New condition with Clear Text; still Straight, No Cracks.

Both Front & Rear sides are in Above Excellent Order; No Staining, No Water Marks.

There is a small catalogue number in the Reverse Top Corner and some Very light ring wear to the front -  Otherwise Superb.

Inner: EX+

Original White/Blue Stereo Inner with Poly Bag flat and intact, No Splits, No Writing.

Playback: EX+

Great quality, Well above Excellent with Clarity, Detail & Warmth.

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 I believe that most LPs these days are Over Graded. Like many Buyers, I've been disappointed when the Record clearly hasn't matched the description and so all my Listings try to give a True representation of the item.

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