LED ZEPPELIN – LED ZEPPELIN III

ORIGINAL UK RED/PLUM ATLANTIC 2401 002 – A5/B7 – “CELEBRATION” MISPRINT – CROWLEY DEADWAX – WORKING WHEEL

A highly collectible early UK red/plum pressing of Led Zeppelin III, combining several of the details Zeppelin collectors actively look for: the famous “Do what thou wilt / So mote it be” dead-wax inscriptions, the sought-after “Celebration”label misprint, and the absence of Peter Grant credit on both the labels and inside the gatefold.

This is an authentic early UK copy with real collector appeal — a strong, honest example that still delivers the visual character, historical interest and musical force that make UK plum Zeppelin pressings so desirable.

PRESSING & IDENTIFIERS

💿 Artist/Title: Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin III
🏷️ Format: 12" LP, stereo, 33⅓ rpm
🏷️ Label: Atlantic – UK red/plum labels
📌 Catalogue number: 2401 002
🇬🇧 Country of issue: United Kingdom

Early pressing characteristics:

• Early UK red/plum Atlantic label variant
• No Peter Grant “Executive Producer” credit on the labels
• Label states “Produced by Jimmy Page” only
• Side 1 track 3 printed as “Celebration” instead of Celebration Day
• Fully laminated UK gatefold sleeve with working rotating wheel

Matrix / runout details:

• Side 1: 2401002 A-5 – “Do what thou wilt”
• Side 2: 2401002 B-7 – “So mote it be”

This is a very attractive early UK plum combination, bringing together:

• the classic Crowley inscriptions
• the “Celebration” misprint
• the no Peter Grant credit variation

CONDITION & PLAYBACK

💿 Vinyl visual: VG+
A respectable collector copy with light general surface marking consistent with grade. Still presents well overall with good gloss.

🎵 Playback: Strong VG+
A very enjoyable listen with strong overall playback.
⚠️ Occasional surface noise is present, heard mainly in between tracks rather than during the music itself.

🖼️ Sleeve: VG+
Original fully laminated gatefold with general wear consistent with grade.
✅ Rotating wheel is complete and working, which is always a major plus on this title.

COLLECTORS NOTES

For Zeppelin collectors, Led Zeppelin III remains one of the most interesting UK Atlantic titles because the early label and sleeve variations matter. This copy sits in a very appealing place: an early UK red/plum with Crowley dead-wax inscriptions, the “Celebration” misprint, and no Peter Grant credit.

It is not the earliest possible first issue, but it absolutely has collector substance and offers a very desirable mix of early pressing traits in one honest, strong-playing example.

💎 MAISON VINYL LISTING POLICY

Maison Vinyl specialises in collector-grade classic vinyl, rare pressings and audiophile editions.

Each record is ultrasonically cleaned using a HumminGuru, carefully inspected and fully play-tested on a Rega Planar 8 turntable fitted with an Apheta 3 cartridge.

Descriptions are written conservatively, highlighting even minor imperfections so buyers know exactly what they are purchasing.

All photographs show the exact item for sale.

VINYL GRADING

EX – Light signs of play with excellent sound quality.

VG+ – Still very enjoyable with only minor marks and light background in places.

We do not list records below VG+ condition.

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🚚 PACKING AND SHIPPING

📀 Your collector piece will be professionally presented. The vinyl will be stored in a MoFi anti-static archival inner sleeve, with the outer sleeve protected in a high-density crystal-clear polypropylene cover. Records are carefully packed using proper LP mailers and protective padding to ensure safe arrival.

📦 UK orders ship via Royal Mail Tracked 48 or Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm, depending on the value of the record and the level of insurance required.

🌍 International buyers are welcome – shipping via Royal Mail International Tracked. Final shipping cost depends on destination.

🌍 Please note that import duties, taxes or customs charges may apply when the record arrives in your country. These charges are set by your local customs authority and are the responsibility of the buyer. I declare the true sale value on all customs forms and cannot mark items as “gift”.

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