Paul And Linda McCartney – Ram, 1971 Apple Records Gatefold VG+ BBC Gramophone

$

95

Description

Record Overview

• Album Title: Ram

• Artists: Paul and Linda McCartney

• Label: Apple Records / EMI

• Catalog Number: PAS 10003

• Country of Release: United Kingdom

• Release Year: 1971

• Format: Stereo, 33⅓ RPM

• Matrix Numbers:

• Side 1: YEX 837-1

• Side 2: YEX 838

• Produced By: Paul and Linda McCartney

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Special Features

• Provenance:

This is an official BBC Gramophone Library copy, with:

• BBC barcode sticker (#1627274)

• “PLEASE RETURN PROMPTLY” check-out card on the front

• Large circular BBC “Look After This Record” sticker

• BBC Gramophone Library property stamps on both labels

• Rear “Stereophonic Record” library stamp and internal tracking labels

• Artwork Notes:

• Features the iconic photo of Paul with a ram on the cover, and vibrant collage-style artwork on the reverse.

• Includes images of Paul, Linda, and their daughter Heather, adding family significance to the visual presentation.

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Condition Assessment (Based on Images)

• Vinyl Condition: VG+ — Clean surfaces, light visible handling marks, no deep gouges

• Labels: Clean, with typical BBC ink stamps; no spindle wear observed

• Sleeve Condition: VG to VG+ — Minor wear at edges and corners; all original BBC stickers intact

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Historical and Collectible Value

• Ram was Paul McCartney’s second post-Beatles release and his only studio album co-credited to Linda. The record includes the #1 hit “Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey” and cult favorites like “Monkberry Moon Delight” and “Too Many People.”

• BBC library copies are extremely scarce and were never made available to the public, existing solely for institutional broadcast use.

• BBC provenance enhances the rarity and collectible status, especially with all labels intact.

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Estimated Value (2024–2025)

Taking into account its provenance and overall VG+/VG condition:

• GBP: £75–£110

• USD: $95–$135

Collectors highly prize BBC pressings of solo Beatles work due to their scarcity, broadcast history, and archival uniqueness.

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