The Animals – The Animals 1964 U.K. 1st Press MONO Columbia – 33SX 1669
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51
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Description
This NEAR MINT 1965 UK MONO pressing is on the UK blue & black Columbia label: 33SX 1669
Both labels carry the 'Sold in UK..' texts & 'Gramophone Co..' rims.
The 'KT' tax/price code is visible on the side 1 label.
Housed in a front laminated, tri-flipback 'Garrod & Lofthouse' mono cover.
Complete with original 'Use Emitex' lined inner-sleeve.
Matrix numbers: XAX 2717-1N & XAX 2718-1N
Stamper numbers: 2/GA & 2/RL
Condition
Sleeve (EX++): A super example retaining a perfect high-gloss, unscratched laminate bearing just few spine creases & edge wrinkles but no 'thumbnails' or other wear. All corners are in 100% perfect condition with no bumps or bruising whatsoever. The front opening edge has a touch of very light wear but the rear edge is in perfect condition. The rear panel is pristine, white & clean with no discolouration, handling marks or any other wear. The spine is strong and clean & retains its factory 'pinched' ends. All flipbacks & both seams are fully intact with no tears, stress or splits.
Record (EX++):
Both surfaces of this superb copy appear in lovely condition when viewed in strong daylight. Close & careful inspection directly beneath a powerful halogen desk lamp reveals just a few barely visible light marks, especially on side 1. There is a larger superficial scuff to side 2, but doesn't effect play. Quality, thick, sharp-edged 60's vinyl which lies 100% flat both sides on the turntable with no signs of dishing or warping.
Inner (EX++): Other than a few light creases the original Emitex inner sleeve is in fantastic condition with no seam splits or tears.
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