BEATLES THE WHITE ALBUM - MONO LOW No.1917 UK

	£		556
	$		736

The Beatles

The Beatles (The White Album)

Apple PCS 7067-8 Mono PMC 7067-8

No. 0001917

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Matrix No:- YEX 709-1 / YEX 710-1 / YEX 711-1 / YEX 712-1.

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here we have an extremely very rare First MONO Pressing of the Beatles White Album, with the Earliest Matrix variation, and an extremely low number of 1917. low editions such as this one, around the thousand mark virtually never come up for sale, so this is a great opportunity to own a classic rare piece of musical history. I bought this copy some twenty years ago, and it has been stored and unplayed since then.

It comes complete with the original Lipstick poster, only available on first pressings, the original black inners and the Four original photos of the individual members. all originals, making this a true collectors item

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This is the UK 1st Pressing on the 1st Press DARK Green Apple Labels, with 'Sold in the UK' text and NO 'EMI Recording' text on ANY of the labels, making this a true first press mono copy.

Country of manufacture and first published date: Mfd. In U.K. 1968

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Cover - EXCELLENT Condition

Gatefold Cover is the original Top Loading Sleeve by GARROD & LOFTHOUSE. it is the heavier thick card only found on the first albums. The title THE BEATLES is embossed under the laminate, Edition Number - No. 0001917 - is pressed into the sleeve. The UK ORIGINAL GARROD & LOFTHOUSE gatefold covers came with fully Lamintade Flip Backs, which are in Fantastic condition.

The cover has maintained its creamish white sheen, with a solid unbroken spine. the laminate has lifted slightly along the spine, but is on the whole intact. the text is untouched beneath the laminate. The inside is totally clean with no feathering to the top openings, which is extremely unusual.

the MONO versions, do have a tendency to ‘yellow’, and this one does have some yellowing near the spine, but its a cracking cover with very little to fault it.

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Vinyl - (a strict) VERY GOOD PLUS, Both Extra thick heavy Vinyls are in the Original MONO format, machine stamped in the vinyl run off areas. the records have retained a wonderful original sheen. there are some hairlines, a few light scuffs and a few very light scratches, these records have obviously been played but are in solid condition with no nasty marks of wear.

Album Played For Grading: Yes – brilliant! VERY GOOD PLUS to EXCELLENT sound quality throughout.

This great record plays up to the visual grading and beyond. this pressing plays through with the unmistakable strong mono sound and a couple of the lightest clicks only. some light background noise in some quiet places, which certainly aren't noticable enough to interfere with the listening pleasure of these great mono vinyls

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Labels:- Famous Apple labels are in EXCELLENT Condition, no marks or writing, limited spindle wear. The first Apple LP's featured the "Sold in UK" message across the label which was found on all Parlophone records of the period.

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Comes with all 4 Photos which are in EXCELLENT - nr MINT Condition. all Four Prints, 20 x 29 cms, on the original Thick Card

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Black inners - EXCELLENT condition, NO tears around the die cut openings, and just some very very light wear at the tops, virtually undetectable. NO SEAM SPLITS. The vinyls themselves will of course come in two plain white inner sleeves, and have not been stored in these original black inners

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large original Lip Stick PHOTO-MONTAGE and LYRIC SHEET, 57 x 87 cms in Excellent condition. no tears or splits, just some light wear on the edges.

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This is a complete and original rare copy, and a great opportunity to own this outstanding and highly collectable vinyl.

All in all this is a Great FIRST MONO COPY with very rare low numbered sleeve, and one of the Beatles best ever albums. quality Beatles at their best and a must for Any Beatles Fan. A chance to win a truly iconic piece of culture from the 60s and a very rare copy at that.

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Track Listing: RECORD 1 - SIDE 1: BACK IN THE U.S.S.R. / DEAR PRUDENCE / GLASS ONION / OB-LA-DI, OB-LA-DA / WILD HONEY PIE / THE CONTINUING STORY OF BUNGALOW BILL / WHILE MY GUITAR GENTLY WEEPS / HAPPINESS IS A WARM GUN

SIDE 2: MARTHA MY DEAR / I’M SO TIRED / PIGGIES / ROCKY RACOON / DON’T PASS ME BY / WHY DON’T WE DO IT IN THE ROAD / I WILL / JULIA

RECORD 2 - SIDE 3: BIRTHDAY / YER BLUES / MOTHER NATURE’S SON / EVERYBODY’S GOT SOMETHING TO HIDE EXCEPT FOR ME AND MY MONKEY / SEXY SADIE / HELTER SKELTER / LONG LONG LONG

SIDE 4: REVOLUTION 1 / HONEY PIE / SAVOY TRUFFLE / CRY BABY CRY / REVOLUTION 9 / GOOD NIGHT

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Brief Album notes:- The Beatles had over a quarter of a million advance orders, and of course went straight to number 1. This was the first double album EVER to get to the top slot where it stayed for 7 weeks in a row. It sold so many, that once again The Beatles also made the singles chart, consequently the ONLY double album to ever enter that chart. By the end of the year, just over a month later, the white album had sold over 4,000,000 copies worldwide, and by the end of 1970 global sales were around 6.5 million. At that time this was the biggest selling double album of all time.

The sleeve design was by Richard Hamilton, who suggested the minimalistic approach and the consecutively numbered sleeves which would give a limited edition feel to it. Richard also came up with the montage idea for the large free poster, which included the lyrics on it's rear. The four free colour prints were taken by John Kelly.

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NO TEARS, NO WRITING, NO SEAM SPLITS, NO STICKERS, NO JUMPS OR STICKS - GUARANTEED

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Please note; This record has been play tested to ensure the sound quality and accuracy of description. I aim to describe all items as accurately as possible, and offer a full refund on return if for any reason you are not completely happy with the item description.

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about me: I am a visual artist, working internationally, a collector of art and rare objects including rare vinyl, which i have been collecting for over 20 years, and an art and music enthusiast. I am a fan of eBay, and buy and sell over the internet, selling on highest quality rare products to enthusiasts the world over. If you have any questions about this or any other item i am selling, feel free to get in touch. All the best to you

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Vinyl. - large format covers with the original sound and mix of the highest quality sound.

Please note. I have described this vinyl as honestly and accurately as possible. Please allow for occasional static (possibly giving a very light crackle) that will nearly always be found on vinyl, No matter how perfect an example it is, or how well it has been looked after

Static caused by dust in the grooves of the vinyl, is not the same as mechanical damage to the vinyl, i.e. a tick or jump caused by a deep scratch or chip.

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I only use my photographs taken with a high quality digital camera of the item for sale. the images are designed to be as clear as possible, giving an exact image of the item. I aim to give sufficient and accurate detail as possible, so that you know exactly what you are bidding on. please let me know if you need any further information and I will be only to happy to oblige

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MY RECORD GRADING SYSTEM IS AS FOLLOWS - (BASED ON RECORD COLLECTOR MAGAZINE U.K. )

MINT: Virtually unplayed. The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. Cover is pristine.

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.

V.G PLUS: The record will still be nice and shiny, but may have a few light marks, and will play well. Slight wear and tear on the cover.

V.G: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items.

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, etc.

FAIR: Fair. It is noticeable that the record has been played so much that the sound quality has deteriorated very noticeably. The cover and contents are showing signs of folding, scuffing of edges etc.

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Postage / Payment Details please read carefully -

UK First Class Recorded = £4.65

Special Delivery (Next day, insured up to £250), the best service available = £7.20

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Any item that sells for over £85 will be sent Special Delivery in the UK at no extra cost. Items over £125 get the same service Overseas. This gives peace of mind for the winning bidder and myself for valuable items. Reduced postage of course for multiple items.

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Item must be returned within: 14 Days of receipt

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