Led Zeppelin - III * PETER GRANT CREDIT * EX * ORANGE & PLUM * UK 1st Press
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Led Zeppelin-lll RED and PLUM Label.
U.K FIRST PRESS In Ex+ Condition with just one long scuff if not Near-Mint. The scuff has nothing to do with the incredible sounds and plays phenomenally.
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The album added acoustic and folk-rock elements to the band's established rock and blues repertoire, which also helped introduce the band to fans of progressive rock.
Serial number: 2401002
Matrix number: A // 5 Do What Thou Whilt (etched) / B // 5
So mote it be (etched)
Stamper codes: 1 1 8/1 25
The matrix numbers and dead-wax etchings confirm that the record is a true UK first pressing. The etchings were not present to subsequent pressings. The mother & stamper codes communicate that the record produced early in the first production cycle.
The heavy duty E. J. Day fully laminated gatefold sleeve is the first variant as is evident from the absence of the catalogue number from the rear and the fully functioning rotating wheel to the front.
The album is complete with the original Inner sleeve.
Disc: EXCELLENT -
Labels: EXCELLENT
The labels are clean and retain rich, vibrant colours. Only a small collection of dull spindle trails can be seen around each centre hole.
Visual: EXCELLENT
Both sides of the record retain superb deep gloss playing surfaces. In bright daylight a several light surface marks can be seen to both sides. None can be felt. Under the glare of a halogen desk lamp wispy hairlines can be seen alongside an iridescent rainbow sheen. Very nice!
Sound Quality: EXCELLENT -
Sleeve: EXCELLENT +
The sleeve is in great condition. All four sides are clean and bright. The cover art retains vibrant colours. The corners are stong. The spine and edges are all without wear. If not for a very light crease to the top left-hand corner of the front I would grade near mint.
Inners: EXCELLENT
The original inner sleeve is clean and bright - displaying minimal discolouration or creasing.
Thanks for looking.
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