LP Elvis Presley - ELVIS' CHRISTMAS ALBUM (LOC-1035) - 5S 5S MONO
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RECORD: ELVIS' CHRISTMAS ALBUM (LOC-1035. MONO. VG with much original gloss and on the upper end of the grade, but I will stop short of VG+ due to the amount of surface scratches and scuffs. I played this record in its entirety and overall, it played very well. There were no skips or repeats, but there are random light to moderate “ticks” with some surface noise, especially on side 2. Still a very enjoyable listening experience. The labels on this 5S, 5S pressing are clean and attractive, with just spindle marks noticed as the only detraction. This is the original First Pressing from 1957 and a one-year exclusive. In 1958, the record number was changed to LPM-1951 and the cover underwent a total change in artwork. This original album has become exceedingly scarce over time, especially in “playable” condition. The matrix numbers on this album end with 5S/5S. The cover has cosmetic issues as I tried to show in my photos. In case you don't see all of them here is a list of defects. The writing is very visable on the spine but as you can see their is spine damage. Also the back cover is separating from the red tape. A damaged page in the photo album at the bottom. a six inch seam split at the top and overall shelf wear. Vinyl will come in a plain sleeve.
I DO NOT CLEAN MY RECORDS PRIOR TO SHIPPING SO YOU MAY FIND FINGER PRINTS OR DUST. . I use Goldmine Magazine’s grading system . Label VG, Vinyl VG Jacket G+. FIXED SHIPPING LOWER 48 STATES $4.00. California residents to pay 7.75% state sales tax. ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS. I AM NOW USING EBAY'S GLOBAL SHIPPING WHICH MEANS THEY COLLECT FROM YOU ALL THE RELATED CUSTOMS FEES. THEY DO NOT SHIP ANY ITEMS FIRST CLASS SO THEY WILL GO PRIORITY MAIL. THE GOOD THING IS THAT YOUR RECORD WILL ARRIVE MUCH QUICKER. WHEN YOU PULL UP THE AD EBAY QUOTES SHIPPING AND IMPORT FEES TO YOUR COUNTRY ARE SHOWN.Mint | Near Mint | Very Good Plus | Very Good | Good/Good Plus | Poor/Fair
Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. ---- ( I will only grade a record mint if it is SEALED...or in such IMMACULATE and PRISTINE condition that it is flawless.)
Near Mint (NM or M-): A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.
Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sign are OK. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.
Very Good (VG): Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.
Good (G), Good Plus (G+): Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear. A jacket or sleeve has seem splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.
Poor (P), Fair (F): The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon. Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no
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