PINK FLOYD - SEE EMILY PLAY / SCARECROW Rare 1967 UK 7" COLUMBIA DB 8214 VG+

	£		15
	$		20

PINK FLOYD - SEE EMILY PLAY / SCARECROW 
PINK FLOYD's 2nd UK single, penned by the late, great Syd Barrett, 1967 UK 7" on the COLUMBIA record label, DB 8214
Matrix numbers - Side 1 : 7XCA 30214 - 1, and stampers "2" and "RA",  Side 2 : 7XCA 30215 - 1, and stampers "1" and "RP"
The condition of the vinyl (both sides) is VERY GOOD : most of the original sheen has been retained and the vinyl has a gleam on both sides. Held up to a bright light there are a number of very fine, strictly surface only, hairlines but they are all "non feelable". No scratches and just two very light, strictly surface only scuffs on side 1 - considering that this is a 47 year old record the overall condition must be classed as being "impressive".
The quality of the audio is VERY GOOD - there is some light, mild, occasional background crackle - more noticeable at the beginning and end of each track - but no clicks, skips, pops, hiss or distortion. 

As the photos testify, the labels are VERY GOOD+ with all print totally legible and the original colouring still intact. A little sign of usage on side 2 where some light spindle traces adjacent to the centre hole are more in evidence.
Comes in original COLUMBIA outer sleeve which is still fully functional and in overall very good condition with no tears, seam splits, or unwanted writing.
Not particularly rare but certainly scarce in this good a condition and still makes for great listening. Timeless, in fact. A "must have" for any serious Floyd or progressive rock vinyl collector.
A bit about myself - I have been collecting vinyl for over 46 years and have amassed a huge and diverse record collection. I am now selling a number of my cherished records in order to help fund my retirement and to optimise space although, in all honesty, I view the daily sift through and playing of these timeless classics as a labour of love. Take a look at my other ebay items - many of the records that I am selling are highly sought after by serious collectors. You should also be aware of my 100% feedback status and can feel rest assured that in the unlikely event that you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason then just contact me and I will do a full refund without quibble. Enjoy your purchase - Richard

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My record grading adheres to the “Record Collector” guide, which has established a set of standards for the condition of second-hand records. These indicate the amount of wear and tear the disc, sleeve, and other items (such as lyric inserts) have been subject to and the condition that they are in at present. The seven standard condition categories, and descriptions of what each one means, are listed below:

Mint

The records itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items, such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.

Excellent

The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and /or creasing.

Very Good

The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.

Good

The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.

Fair

The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents are torn, stained and/or defaced

Poor

The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents are badly damaged or partly missing.

Bad

The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection-filler