BLACK SABBATH: Self-Titled First LP *UK VERTIGO LARGE SWIRL 1st; PHILIPS CREDIT

	£		120
	$		159

BLACK SABBATH 'Black Sabbath' 
Fully play graded - 16 photos below
  GENUINE UK FIRST PRESS ON VERTIGO; VO6 (847 903 VTY)
This original copy of 'Black Sabbath' comes complete with all of the genuine UK Vertigo first press features:
THE GATEFOLD SLEEVE IS MADE FROM MATT CARD AND FEATURES NO COMPOSER CREDITS TO THE INTERIOR
OZZY'S NAME IS MIS-SPELT AS 'OSSIE'
THE SIDE 2 LABEL FEATURES THE LARGE 'SWIRL' LOGO AND HAS 'VERTIGO' POSITIONED BENEATH THE SPINDLE HOLE + 'A PHILIPS RECORD PRODUCT' APPEARS
IT HAS THE FIRST PRESS 1Y/1 - 2Y/1 MATRIX
IT ALSO COMES COMPLETE WITH ITS ORIGINAL POLY-LINED 'SWIRL' INNER BAG
*FULL RELEASE DETAILS INCLUDING MATRIX NUMBERS CAN BE FOUND BELOW THE PHOTO GALLERY
CONDITION REPORT & PHOTO GALLERY AUDIO VERY GOOD(+); this has been completely play graded from start to finish at volume and both sides played through nicely without jumping or sticking. The clarity of the audio was great throughout; bright and crisp without any distortion whatsoever. 
There was some audible crackle in places, but this was never constant and I did not feel that it was in any way intrusive. Very few pops.
Overall, a highly enjoyable listen.
VINYL (VISUAL): VERY GOOD; the heavyweight vinyl has retained a reasonable shine but does have some noticeable scuffs and surface marks as expected for this grade. Bright light revealed light wispy sleeve removal type marks/hairlines across the surfaces. The record looks nice overall. 
The labels both look fine, but there is a name and small 'G' written on side two. Please refer to my photos below.
SLEEVE: VERY GOOD; the gatefold sleeve is a reasonable example. The exterior has signs of age + some creasing. GT written to the rear in small letters. Scuffing to the bottom edges. The interior centrefold shows signs of age and has a name and address written to the bottom right hand corner (this is in black ink so is not that noticeable; see photos).
The spine is quite worn, but all text is still legible. Overall, a nice example.
The original 'swirl' inner bag looks a bit tired and suffers from age browning and creasing but all the poly-lining still firmly intact. Some small tears + a small split along one edge.

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LABEL: Vertigo

YEAR OF RELEASE: 1970

COUNTRY OF RELEASE: UK

CATALOGUE NUMBER: V0 6 (847 903 VTY)

MATRIX NUMBERS: V06 1Y*1 420 / V06 2Y*1 420

MATRIX NUMBERS: 12 7 / 12 7

GRADING

Unless otherwise stated, all of my records have been play tested before listing using a Rega P3-24 turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge & stylus. I describe honestly and accurately but please bear in mind that I am only human and such things are always subjective. I tend to grade records conservatively and believe that my feedback speaks for itself. 

 Please take confidence from the fact that I have been a collector myself for over 20 years (please check my feedback as a buyer) and know only too well how disappointing it is to receive an inaccurately described record.

I also grade visually using a strong halogen lamp.

I use the Record Collector grading system as shown below.

POSTAGE / SHIPPING

I post worldwide and pack all records in custom made (stiff) card mailers and add extra packaging inside to ensure a safe delivery. I will provide a protective polythene sleeve and the record and inner will be removed from the outer sleeve to prevent seam splits in transit. I want your record to get to you in the condition that it was when it left me.

For any records that come with printed inner sleeves, I will also provide an additional plain inner.

As a general rule, shipping will be discounted ie. I lose money on the costs of buying my packaging. I do not profit from this; please remember that my costs are not simply those shown on the stamp!

CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS FOR OVERSEAS ORDERS: Please note that for overseas orders from outside the EU I am obliged to complete a customs declaration and must enter the true value of the package's contents on the declaration. It is the BUYER'S responsibility to ensure that all import duties are known and paid.

Please send me a message if anything is unclear and I will be happy to help.

RECORD COLLECTOR GRADING SYSTEM

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration 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 in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.

VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable 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 noticeably 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 properly 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 scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.

BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.