PINK FLOYD Dark Side Of Moon 1ST UK PRESS Tint Sleeve SOLID BLUE Triangle A2/B2
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1,120
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1,484
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Description
PINK FLOYD The Dark Side Of The Moon UK 1ST PRESS SOLID BLUE TRIANGLE
Classic UK first press with solid blue triangle labels, complete with tint stickered sleeve, posters & postcard stickers
Description:
An original UK first pressing of The Dark Side Of The Moon, released in 1973 on the Harvest label, catalogue number SHVL 804.
This is a genuine first press featuring the highly desirable solid blue triangle labels, with “The Gramophone Co. Ltd…” perimeter text and “Made in Gt. Britain” at the bottom.
The set is complete with both original posters and the two original stickers, all correct for a first press. Also includes the original black poly-lined inner sleeve.
A strong, complete early copy of one of the most iconic albums ever produced, with all key first press attributes present.
Matrix / Runout: SHVL 804 A-2 / SHVL 804 B-2
Stamper Codes: 7 GDM / 2 TR (early mother & stampers visible in runouts)
Label: Harvest – solid blue triangle
Catalogue Number: SHVL 804
Pressing: UK – First Press
Sleeve: Original gatefold with midnight blue tint colour and larger 67mm purple title sticker
Inner: Original black poly-lined inner and 2 posters and 2 stickers
Condition:
The record is visually in VERY GOOD PLUS condition. The vinyl retains its gloss with faint short hairlines visible under direct halogen spot light. No marks or scratches visible in normal light — a very nice example.
The disc plays with light background crackle audible in quiet passages, nothing that detracts from the overall listening experience arguable the definitive cut of one of the most acclaimed records of all time. There are no loud obtrusive pops, no repeat clicks, and clearly no skips or sticks at this condition. VERY GOOD PLUS!
The sleeve is in VERY GOOD PLUS condition. There is mild storage and handling wear, no defects, splits, stains or issue.
The original black inner sleeve is in VERY GOOD PLUS condition, with mild handling wear.
The posters are in VERY GOOD PLUS condition, with mild use and no rips or pen.
The stickers are in EXCELLEN condition and unused.
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BID WITH CONFIDENCE. 100% SELLER.
Grading:
Records are graded using the standard UK record grading system from the Rare Record Price Guide (RRPG).
Equipment:
Records are play-graded on the following equipment: Rega P3-24 Turntable; Rega Elys 2 Cartridge; Technics SU-9600 Pre-Amp; Technics SE-9600 Power-Amp; Pioneer HPM-100 Speakers, at 70dB.
Shipping:
Your record will be removed from the sleeve, placed in new poly-lined inners and securely packaged for safe delivery.
Guarantee:
If you're not entirely satisfied, a full no-quibble refund is offered with free paid-for returns accepted.
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