Colosseum 1969 Valentyne Suite Vertigo VO-1 UK LP VG-/EX- VERY RARE
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Description
Artist: Colosseum
Album Title: Valentyne Suite
Format: 12” Vinyl LP
Record Label: Vertigo
Catalogue No: VO-1
Matrix Numbers:
Side A – 886775
Side B – 886775
Stampers:
Side A – 1Y X 1 420 1 1 15
Side B – 2XY X 1 420 1 1 15
Year: 1969
Country of Origin: UK
Vinyl: There are no visible surface marks on side A of the record that I can see. There is no surface noise on side A, but a couple of clicks between track 2/3 and track 3/4. There is a single very light scratch that runs across the whole of side B, however this has not resulted in any pops or jumps, and there is only some slight crackle on the first dew seconds of the side which starts quietly and builds up; the rest of side B plays cleanly with no other surface noises. The audible clicks are minimal as described, and do not spoil the overall listening experience; all instruments sound nice and clean. I would class the condition of the vinyl as excellent minus.
I am not a dealer and am selling this from my own vinyl collection. The record has been cleaned using the Knosti Disco-Antistat cleaner; the results are excellent and most surface noise is removed. The vinyl itself looks very clean with disk and labels in very good condition for its age; and I have listened to all tracks, not just the first few seconds, on a Technics SL-QL1 record deck, prior to listing it. I have assessed its condition using the Record Collector Magazine’s grading system as a guide. I have also tried to keep my descriptions as honest as possible, but obviously this is subjective, and at the end of the day it is my opinion of how the record sounds. What I can say is that the record has not been heavily played, and is still enjoyable to listen to despite any very minimal surface noise.
Cover: The gatefold cover is in good to very good condition. The edges are showing some scuffing, possibly normal wear and tear for an album of this age. The back cover protrudes slightly from the front and also shows some signs of wear. Text and graphics on the inside are clear although the front and back look slightly faded (this actually might be intended). I would class this overall as very good minus.
Sleeve: The inner sleeve is the original Vertigo poly-lined paper sleeve with the Vertigo spiral graphic and looks slightly discoloured. I will provide a new poly-lined paper sleeve to protect the record. The original sleeve will also be provided.
Inserts: None
POSTAGE AND PACKAGING
Proof of postage will be obtained for all items. As I am unable to accept responsibility for items lost in the post, all items will be sent using a signed-for and/or tracked service; this includes items sent outside the UK. Items up to the value of £46 will normally be sent via Royal Mail Recorded Signed For. Items over £46 will be sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery with insurance to the value of the purchase included.
Costs for UK Postage & Packaging:
· Royal Mail First Class Recorded Signed For: £5.50
· Royal Mail Special Delivery Next Day: £7.50
I will normally issue an invoice at the end of the auction including the correct postage & package charge; albums will be packaged using proper cardboard mailers e.g. MusicMax Locktab. For overseas bidders, the value of purchases for Customs purposes will show the value of the record as total cost paid. Please contact me for postal costs outside of the UK.
Please check my other auctions as I am selling my other Colosseum albums, plus vinyl by other artists as time allows me to assess their condition.
NOTE: If a Buy It Now price is not given, do not ask me for one, as this is auction ONLY.
Happy bidding and enjoy the music!
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