Rolling Stones Exile On Main Street COC 1st press

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Rolling Stones

Exile on Main Street

COC 69100  Released 1972 in STEREO

Impossible to locate like this COMPLETE with the ultra rare postcard set in MINT condition  .The fragile, unlaminated gatefold sleeve with intricate internal flap, where vinyls are stored, is the very first issue, printed by Shorewood Packaging. The highly polished vinyls have been lightly played. Impossible to locate like this.   1st press double matrix!!! Sensational aural delivery….

A2/  B2  /C1  /D 2

Above information confirms THE one of the earliest pressings of a HUGE Stones album in remarkable  condition!!

The sheer rarity about this album release, is that ALL the etchings/1st pressed factory stamps, are found on the run offs of these two beautiful vinyls. The double matrix is found, plus the inverted V ,only found on the earliest UK pressings AND the “artist palette” machine stamped, which are quite elusive to locate! A fantastic collectors’ item, so do not miss !Rolling Stones Records etched in all run offs-and the 1st double matrix ST-RS-722-507/508/509/510 and A2/B2/C1/D2 respectively .

The ultra scarce POSTCARDS are present,  and are in ONE concertina format ,MINT condition. Very rare to find these cards with the original 1st issue, as many were lost/discarded and even sent to loved ones .The post cards appear clean and in remarkable condition.  The surfaces of the cards, have a soft textured finish, almost a brushed effect, which makes their condition remarkable, as they are very prone to damage, owing to their delicate manufacture! Collectors’ exhibit .

Two record set and vinyls appear in excellent condition, under ordinary light conditions. In beautiful format, with a mirror like sheen and a thick, chunky feel . Excellent visual !On closer inspection against a strong halogen, there is evidence of play . The odd sleeve removal mark/ surface marks/hairlines are visible if angled 45 degrees. All marks are non audible and are cosmetic only. The vinyls do have a distinctive mirror like sheen and retain their original deep gloss! A pleasure to view.  Stunning condition for  39 year old vinyls!

Audio conveys  an exceptional delivery, executing the clearest of tones ,with NO distortion, nor any serious surface disturbances. There are no audible faults at all and possibly one of the best deliveries from this historic Stones’ classic. A sensational aural delivery with soft, mellow tones and a warm punch of exquisite precision, so rare to find on a huge classic such as this! Opening grooves are clear and tones are well defined, despite dust particles, still lifting from the grooves.These vinyls have lain dormant for many years and should improve ,even more with play .It is the quality of the tones that make this a sensational discovery. The extra loud cut engineering gives the audio a vibrant sound which cannot be surpassed. A delivery which will not disappoint!

Labels Excellent

Superb strong yellow with pronounced ridged, dimple effect contours coupled against scarlet tongue logos. Superb examples of the genuine Stones label format with only a few spindle lines visible . Have to angle against a strong light to observe and infers that these records have been lightly played.

Comes complete with original thick, card manufacture , picture inner sleeves. No damage at all visible, after close inspection. Even the edges are undamaged . Excellent  condition. No seam splits after internal examination. One light corner crease observed.

Plain white ,die cut inner sleeves with flip backs, patented/made in England blue text in excellent+  condition. No seam splits . The central holes are perfect!  Light creasing only ,where vinyls have rested over the years.

Original outer gatefold SHOREWOOD PACKAGING printed, made in England text !!! Very fragile with a matt finish and very prone to tears and massive edge wear. This one is in  vg+/excellent- condition ,with just minor wear/scuffs on the corners/extreme spinal edges. Front/reverse faces are excellent. The spine is slightly discoloured with age. There is some edge wear, primarily visible on lower lateral edge. The general white of the rear face has been preserved exceptionally well over the years.  Inner centrefold is excellent with no serious damage visible. Very well preserved and a fine example of this fragile gatefold. 38 years old and still retains a solid/pressed feel/appearance.

This Stones album is sensational and is almost impossible to find in this condition. Beautiful picture card inners, original 1st issue post cards ,still present, an impossible 1st issue gatefold sleeve, in remarkable condition, and the two vinyls, reflecting a deep, glossy sheen, displaying all the etchings /factory stamps of a genuine 1st pressed ,vintage classic. A superb investment on offer here, and certainly not to be missed.

Shipping

UK-£4.00 /special delivery postage required £8.50

Europe-£14.25 (incl tracking £4.25 and insurance £2.50)

USA/Japan-£19.02 (incl tracking £4.25 plus insurance £2.50)