The Beatles, Help : RARE ORIGINAL UK 1st Press MONO * EARLY LABELS *
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Description
Complete and original MONO UK 1st pressing of The Beatles first studio album, Please Please ME.
This copy is complete with front-side laminated Garrod & Lofthouse flip-back sleeve with outline 'MONO' printed on the front. The vinyl has the 2nd variation labels with yellow Parlophone logo and silver sans serif text. Also included is an extremely rare early polythene lined Emitex die-cut inner sleeve with thick font and 'Patent Applied For' text.
Serial number: PMC 1255
Matrix number: XEX 549 - 2 / XEX 550 - 1
Stamper codes: 4 AGG / 1 ARP
Tax code: KT
Vinyl Weight: 145g
Condition:
Vinyl: VERY GOOD +
Visually the vinyl is glossy and clean. Several light surface marks can be picked up in bright light. The labels are bright, clean and without writing. VERY GOOD +. The audio is great! There are quiet lead-ins to both sides and minimal noise in between tracks. There are no skips, jumps or repeats. VERY GOOD +.
Sleeve: VERY GOOD +
The sleeve looks great. The front retains a glossy finish with bright colours. The front has several small laminate ripples. The rear is clean with just subtle discolouration. There is no sign of ring wear, fully readable square spine with minor wear, top edge and bottom edge without wear, and corners with mild wear.
Inner Sleeve: VERY GOOD +
The inner sleeve is in great condition. It is very clean with just a small stain to the centre. It is without any rips or tears but has some creasing. Also included in the sale is an audiophile quality, anti-static inner sleeve to help protect and preserve the fantastic record.
This record will be sent via an insured courier in a padded vinyl mailer.
Please see my other listings. I am gradually selling some rarities from my collection.
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