Queen : Keep Yourself Alive JAPANESE PICTURE SLEEVE

	£		122
	$		162

Please See The Sections Below For Details About This Item

Record Title
Record Description
Record Format
Track Listing
Record Serial Numbers
Record Grading (Using Record Collector Grading Policy)
Record Collector Magazine Grading Policy
Payment Methods
Postage & Packing
Postage Discounts For Multiple Item Purchases
My Returns Policy

Record Title
Queen : Keep Yourself Alive / Son And Daughter

Record Description
This is Queen's 1st single and it is also the 1st Japanese Picture Sleeve released by Elektra.  The UK single was issued with a plain EMI sleeve, and Queen did not start issuing UK picture sleeves until the release of Bohemian Rhapsody.  

Record Format
7 Inch Single / 45 RPM

Track Listing
Side A
Keep Yourself Alive
Side B
Son And Daughter

Record Serial Numbers
Vinyl
P-1290E1 is printed on the label of Side A
P-1290E2 is printed on the label of Side B
P-1290E-1 is engraved on vinyl run-off of Side A
P-1290E-2 is engraved on vinyl run-off of Side B
Sleeve
P-1290E is printed on the front and reverse of the sleeve

Record Grading (Using Record Collector Grading Policy)
Please Note
I grade the vinyl and sleeve in strict accordance with the grading policy as shown in Record Collector magazine, which is reproduced below.

I also attempt to describe in detail the condition of the vinyl and sleeve, including any defects or abnormalities, in my grading below, to assist the potential buyer in reaching a decision.

Please be assured that what you see in the pictures and read in my grading is what you will buy.  I am happy to refund any monies paid to me if you are not satisfied that my grading and description is accurate.  Please see my Returns Policy below and Buy With Confidence. 

Happy Bidding and Good Luck!!!

Vinyl : Grading Mint
The vinyl is in original condition, and has it's original sheen.  It has never been played since I have owned it from 1994, and it shows no evidence of ever being played.  I cannot see any surface scratches on the vinyl, and the label is in perfect condition.  Amazing for a record 30 years old.   

Sleeve : Grading Excellent
The sleeve is original and comes complete with its original cardboard backing and sleeve.  Graded excellent as only very minor surface creases that does not detract from the amazing overall condition of this rare rcord.

Record Collector Magazine Grading Policy
Mint
The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or detioration in sound quality.  The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition.  Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
Excellent
The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening sound quality.  The cover and packaging may have slight wear and/or creasing.
Very Good
The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major detioration in sound quality, despite noticable surface marks and the occasional light scratch.  Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
Good
The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches.  The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration etc.
Fair
The record is still just playable but has not been cared for and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump.  The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.
Poor
The record will not play properly due to bad scratches, bad surface noise etc.  The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
Bad
The record is unplayable or may even be broken, and is only of use as a collection-filler.

Payment Methods
Paypal (My preferred method)
Postal Order or Bankers Draft
Personal Cheque
Direct Bank Transfer
Cash (not recommended, and at your own risk)

Postage & Packing
Upon successful completion of payment:
> I will despatch your item within 3 working days.
> Your item will be securely wrapped to prevent damage.
> I carefully weigh each item I sell so I can charge the            
    corect postage costs to you.
> I charge packing costs of 30p per 7 inch single and 50p per 
   12 inch single or LP.
> I would be grateful for an e-mail and e-bay feedback on
   receipt of your item, so I know you have safely received it.

Postage & Packing Costs For This Item
UK
Standard 1st Class                                                       £1.31
1st Class Recorded "Signed For"                            £1.96

Europe
Standard 1st Class                                                       £2.28
1st Class Recorded "International Signed For"   £5.58

World Zones 1 & 2
Standard 1st Class                                                        £3.48
1st Class Recorded "International Signed For"    £6.78

Please Note
I cannot be responsible for items lost in post when Standard 1st Class delivery is chosen.  With Recorded "Signed For" delivery, I will receive a "proof of posting" receipt, and you will be required to sign for the item when you receive it.

Europe
Albania                                  Latvia
Andorra                                 Liechtenstein
Armenia                                 Lithuania
Austria (EU)                          Luxembourg (EU)
Azerbaijan                            Macedonia
Azores (EU)                          Madeira (EU)
Balearic Islands (EU)         Malta
Belarus                                  Moldova
Belgium (EU)                        Monaco (EU)
Bosnia Herzegovina          Netherlands (EU)
Bulgaria                                 Norway
Canary Islands                    Poland
Corsica (EU)                         Portugal (EU)
Croatia                                   Romania
Cypress                                 Russia
Czech Republic                  San Marino
Denmark (EU)                      Serbia & Montenegro, Kosovo
Estonia                                  Slovak Republic
Faroe Islands                       Slovenia
Finland (EU)                         Spain (EU)
France (EU)                          Spitzbergen
Georgia                                 Sweden (EU)
Germany (EU)                      Switzerland
Gibraltar                                Tajikistan
Greece (EU)                         Turkey
Greenland                            Turkmenistan
Hungary                                Ukraine
Iceland                                   Uzbekistan
Irish Republic (EU)             Vatican City State
Italy (EU)
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan

World Zones 1 & 2
All other countries

Postage Discounts For Multiple Item Purchases
I charge full postage and packing costs for the 1st item purchased.  However, if you purchase 1 or more items from me within 7 days of the 1st item, then I would be delighted to offer free postage and packing for those additional items.  I will use the same postage service on the additional items, as that selected and paid for on the 1st item.

After 7 days have elapsed from the date of first purchase, the offer ends, and postage is again charged on the 1st purchase thereafter, with the same 7 day offer applying to additional purchases from that date.

Please e-mail me when you have purchased the additional item(s) to inform me you are eligible for free postage.  I rely on you to do this, and regret I cannot refund postage costs you have paid if you have failed to notice this offer.

My Returns Policy
I offer a full refund of the purchase price (not postage or e-bay costs) of an item, if you are not satisfied that my photos, record grading and description of the item on e-bay is accurate.  Sorry, but I cannot refund if you don't like or no longer require an item.

For Refunds, please use the following procedure:
1) Please inform me by e-mail when you receive your item in
     the post.  You then have 7 days from the date of receipt to
     inform me that you wish a refund, and to explain the
     reason why you are not satisfied with your item.

2) Please wait for my reply by e-mail and my agreement to a
     refund BEFORE you send the item back to me.

3) Please ensure the item is securely wrapped, and that I
     receive it in the same condition as you did.  I cannot be
     held responsible for items lost in the post, and I reserve
     the right to deduct appropriate fees for any damages
     caused in the post.

4) I will refund your money by the same method as you paid
     me, on safe receipt of the item.

In all cases, I am reasonable and honest, and I would be grateful if you would give me the opportunity to rectify any disputes before leaving bad feedback on e-bay.

 Please Check out my other items!

Thanks for looking!