OASIS, Morning Glory Ltd. Ed. Box Set, 1 of 500 PICTURE DISC Vinyl LP

$

275

Artist: Oasis

Album/LP Title: (What's the Story) Morning Glory?

Vinyl: MINT (220 gram Picture Disc)

Cover: MINT (Box)

Inserts: MINT (28 Page Ltd. Ed. Booklet and 3 Postcards)

Inner sleeve: MINT (Thick Clear Vinyl/Polypropylene)

*Comments: This is the notorious promotional use only, Limited Edition 220 gram Picture Disc Box Set (CREPRO LP 189), that was limited to a production run of 500. This supposedly "unauthorized" release gained record collecting notoriety because it was actually a true Creation Records special promotional and gift piece distributed only to band members, recording and radio execs, but it was conspicuously marked (as shown below) as "unauthorized" for internal industry humor and to discourage sales or auctioning on the secondary market. Although the production was limited to 500, the number that ever reached the secondary market is much, much less. It's a beautiful full glossy box set, and you'll never hold a heavier lp or see a cleaner quality picture disc.

This set is recognized by Discogs. For confirmation of the set, go to: discogs.com/Oasis-Whats-The-Story-Morning-Glory/master/52220

- This Original MINT box set includes:

1.) The 220 gram 2-sided (different pictures) picture disc. Side B of the Disc reads: "ALL TRACK TAKEN FROM THE FORTHCOMING ALBUM "WHAT'S THE STORY MORNING GLORY?" FOR PROMOTIONAL USE ONLY. LIMITED EDITION OF 500 COPIES. Copyright Creation Records 1995." Untitled track 6 (A Side) and track 5 (B Side)(See pictures).

2.) A 28-page promotional booklet entitled (What's the Story) Morning Glory? the fanzine" The front cover specifically reads on the lower right: "Part of a limited edition box set. 100% Unauthorized." (See pictures)

3.) Three Oasis glossy heavy stock postcards, all with different Oasis band member pictures. (See pictures)

4.) Heavy stock, gloss black laminate slip box with pictures front and back, and title on spine. Specifically reads on the lower right back side: "Limited edition collectors box. 100% unauthorized." (See pictures)

All aspects of this box set are in absolutely MINT condition!

This is, arguably, priceless. All collectors have heard of this set, but very few have actually ever seen one. I purchased this in 2008 in a London record store, in Soho. It was behind the counter, under a locked glass case. I paid only slightly less than the price I've set (even though it's 10 years later). This is a true find, and an investment for the serious collector of rare lps. The ultimate show and conversation piece, particularly for the serious Oasis fan.

***SHIPPING DETAILS: I will ship this bubble wrapped and double boxed, via UPS 2-5 day ground - or differently if buyer prefers and we agree before purchase. $12 shipping cost is for domestic only (excluding Hawaii and Alaska). I WILL ship to Hawaii and to Alaska, and I WILL also ship internationally -- BUT those buyers need to contact me first for a shipping price dependent upon their actual location. I will give them a shipping calculation prior to the sale.

**(What's the Story) Morning Glory? general chart and sales history: Oasis second studio lp. First released 10/2/95. Peak chart sales reached #1 in UK, #1 in most of Europe, #1 in Canada and #4 in US -- UK 14X Platinum. Canada 8X Platinum. US 4X Platinum. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Source Collection
This record, and all other vinyl records that I have listed for sale were personally collected and purchased, by me, for a premium, Mint/NearMint/E collection of rock, pop and mainstream lps. This collection took many years to accomplish and most lps were purchased at record shows. All lps are true collector quality and were carefully selected based on the artist/title, rarity or the release and/or pressing, cover condition, insert condition, vinyl condition and play quality. Please view my other items listed for more lps from this collection.

Grading
For grading purposes, I follow the Goldmine standard grading system:

Mint (M)
Near Mint (NM or M-)
Excellent (E +/-)
Very Good (VG +/-)
Good (G)
Fair (F)
Poor (P)

I grade honestly and fairly. As Goldmine states, please note that it is agreed by industry and professional graders that true Mint (M) condition is a rumored but rarely seen reality. Hence, a Mint grading should almost never be used for either a cover or vinyl, and you should be very suspect of anyone who routinely lists "Mint" lps, even if they are new.

Cover Protection
All lps come with a clear, premium 3 mil thick outer sleeve for protection and presentation.

Shipping
Lps will be carefully packaged in quality lp shipping boxes. I will combine shipping, so if you intend to purchase two or more lps, please contact me first via ebay messaging, and I will provide you with the combined shipping cost. I ship to the U.S. only (excluding Alaska and Hawaii). No international shipping.

Returns
If you do not agree with the grading of the lp and want to return the record, I will gladly return your purchase price (minus shipping cost). Just please notify me of your intention upon receiving the lp, and once I receive the returned lp, I will gladly refund your purchase price. I do not provide partial refunds, and do require return of the lp. Please note that I take great pride in the records and other items that I sell and that I have never had an unhappy customer, nor have I ever had an item returned to me. Not ever.