LED ZEPPELIN - HOUSES OF THE HOLY, ATLANTIC SD19130 1973 VINYL LP (NM/M)

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LED ZEPPELIN

HOUSES OF THE HOLY LP

1973 ATLANTIC PRESSING

Condition (Vinyl = NM/Cover = M)

Detailed Condition:

Led Zeppelin, Houses of the Holy: I have personally listened to both sides of this LP. It simply sounds amazing, virtually no surface noise evident during playback. Visually, the vinyl is shiny and glossy, no surface markings and no warping. I rate this LP as Near Mint (NM).  Labels are clean on both sides. The LP cover is in amazing condition. Looks like it is right out of the shrink wrap. No defects. Colour looks great. Based on the Cover Grading Classification criteria listed below, I rate this LP cover as Mint (M).

Inner sleeve is original with “Houses of the Holy” lyric sheet and it is in near mint condition as well. To preserve inner sleeve I will provide a new polyethylene type.

Label:  Album Name; Label; Year

             Houses of the Holy; Atlantic; SD19130; 1973

Grading Classification:

I do my best to be fair and honest with my record grading assessment.  I will provide as much detail as possible to give potential buyers everything they need to know about the product(s) you are bidding on. Therefore; I grade my LP vinyl and jackets/inner sleeves separately to provide the most accurate description of all the contents. I have developed a detailed grading system for both the LP record and the jacket. If the inner sleeve has significance it will be noted.  I inspect and grade all vinyl by either listening to or visually inspecting under bright lighting. Questionable marks are played to ensure no skipping. Major anomalies will be noted.

Vinyl Grading Classification:

-->Still Sealed (SS) = Sealed in original shrink wrap. Anomalies (Saw cuts, cut-out holes, creases, etc.) will be noted.

-->Near Mint (NM) = A superb LP record that is nearly perfect. Shiny, no visible defects, appears to be brand new, except without the shrink wrap. A good description of a NM record is “it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time.”  

-->Near Mint Minus (NM-) = An LP record that is very close to (NM). No signs of wear. Very minor defects are allowed.

-->Very Good Plus (VG+) = An LP record that has been played, but well cared for.  It may show light wear, such as light scratches or scuffs which have little or no effect on the listening experience.

-->Very Good (VG) = An LP record that exhibits obvious signs of use. Limited scuffs and scratches causing moderate surface noise that will be evident upon playing.  There will be light scratches which will affect the sound quality. Defects should not overpower the music and it should be a fairly pleasant listening experience.

-->Very Good Minus (VG-) = An LP record considered acceptable. The record will play through without skipping, but with significant surface noise and scratches.  Well used vinyl.

-->Good (G) = An LP record marginally acceptable. LP exhibits visible scratches, some skips/jumps and bad surface noise.

I do not sell records below a “Good” rating.

Cover Grading Classification:

-->Near Mint (NM) = LP cover has no creases, folds, seam splits or other noticeable defects. No cut-out holes, either. The same is true for any inserts, posters, lyric sleeves and the like.

-->Very Good Plus (VG+) = LP cover may have slight signs of wear and may also be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount.  Inner sleeve and will have some moderate wear, and may have lightly turned up corners.

-->Very Good (VG) = LP cover may have light to moderate ring wear, some tape, stickers, glue, writing, a small seam split, but not all of these defects. Too many of these types of defects will degrade the cover to a Good (G) classification.

-->Good (G) = LP cover shows signs of significant wear that includes seam splits (especially at the bottom or on the spine) and worn corners. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object.

-->Fair (F) = LP cover that barely holds and protects the record. LP cover may include (but not all) the following defects: marred by wear, writing, water damage, seam splits on all three sides, inner sleeve seams splits, crinkled and written upon. If it is a common LP cover/sleeve, you'll need to find another copy in better shape to replace it.

Shipping:  

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USA Domestic: I do not gouge customers on shipping and handling fees. Domestic shipments will be shipped via USPS Economy Media Mail so I can pass savings along to customers. I also pay a portion of the shipping costs (usually around half) just to keep overall costs lower to the buyer. USPS Media Mail shipments can take up to 10 business days to arrive depending on location. All shipments include a USPS tracking number with delivery conformation. Handling time is 1 to 2 business days.

International: I am willing to ship parcels internationally. However, there are some risks/costs considerations that should be identified with overseas shipments: I can ship either Priority Mail Insured or 1st Class International; it is up to the buyer to decide which method is preferred. If you select Priority Mail Insured, the cost for a single LP will be approximately $50 ($30 Canada). This is recommended if your parcel exceeds a $50 value. If you select 1st Class International the cost will be around $20 ($12 Canada) for a single LP. The risk with 1st Class International shipping is that there is NO USPS shipment tracking service available.  So if the parcel is delayed in the international customs department I will have no status of the shipment. Also, the international buyer will need to agree to accept all risk of loss or damage associated with 1st Class International Shipping.  In short, most shipments with a parcel value under $50 usually will ship 1st Class International, and any parcel in excess of $50 should be shipped Priority Mail Insured. Ultimately, I will need the buyer to decide and let me know how to proceed. If you win the bid, please wait for the Invoice so I can accurately provide the shipping total to you. I will not charge you more than the USPS fee.

Packaging:

LP will be boxed carefully in a corrugated box made specifically for LPs to protect the cover.  LP will include a clear plastic outer LP sleeve. LP will be removed from cover for shipping to prevent seam splitting (unless sealed).

Special note to potential buyers:  I am working on thinning out my Classic Rock LP collection. There will be a lot of good vinyl listed soon including Rolling Stones, more Led Zeppelin, Beatles, Doors, Hendrix, and many more. I will be listing individually by band or genre so that winning buyers of multiple bids can save on shipping. Please check back frequently on my new listings.

 Shipping Note for winners of multiple bids: I will be happy to combine items and only charge $1 for each addition LP in any shipment.

Thanks for looking…..