BEATLES FOR SALE 1st UK Mono Press 1964 Pinched Spine First 3N Matrix NEAR MINT
  £   640
  $   848

 


£ 640 Sold For
Apr 7, 2023 Sold Date
Mar 28, 2023 Start Date
25   Number Of Bids
  Sweden Country Of Seller
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Description

Complete & original 1st UK Mono pressing of ‘The Beatles - Beatles For Sale', their 4th UK studio album released on the 4th December 1964. The first pressing can be identified by the 3N/3N 1st matrix endings, the tapered spine sleeve and Yellow & black Parlophone labels with san serif font and "Sold in the UK..." text. 


Serial number: PMC 1240


Matrix number: XEX 503-3N, XEX 504-3N


Stampers: 3 RLH / 2 ALR
Tax code: KT, Side 2

Condition: 

Stunning condition! The disc is NEAR MINT! Deep-sheen glossy and clean vinyl, no scratches or marks visible in both good natural light and under strong direct halogen spotlight. The disc sits completely flat on the turntable and has no warping. The playback is as good as it looks. Both sides play without issue, bright and clear, no crackle, no loud obtrusive pops, no repeat clicks, and obviously no skips or sticks, quiet between tracks and run-ins, a top player! NEAR MINT! The cover is also in standout condition, glossy clean front without ring wear. The spine is sharp, clean, fully-readable and without wear at the delicate tapered corners. The back is also nice and clean, no stains, marks, pen, or scuffs, no laminate lift throughout. NEAR MINT! Complete with its original tracing-paper Emitex inner sleeve which is clean without splits, NEAR MINT! This comprises a fantastic listening & collectors condition complete 1st UK mono press of The Beatles 4th UK studio album from its original release date of December 4th 1964.


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