Pink Floyd Dark Side Of The Moon 1st Press, Blue Triangle A2, Navy cover cmplete
£
1,600
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2,120
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Description
Stunning complete copy with, navy hue cover, original, original hype sticker, posters, stickers, black inner. No skips!
ITEM DESCRIPTION
An incredible opportunity to own the ultimate "Holy Grail" of progressive rock vinyl: an authentic, 100% complete 1973 UK First Pressing of Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon.
This is the legendary first issue featuring the Solid Blue Triangle center labels, the earliest A2 / B2 matrix stampers, and the distinct dark-green tinted gatefold sleeve. Critically, this copy is 100% complete with all its original inserts, hype sticker and preserved in a beautiful Very Good Plus (VG+) to Excellent (EX) condition.
Finding an A2/B2 pressing is rare; finding one with all-original inserts and hype sticker in this condition is a true collector's event.
PROVENANCE & IDENTIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS:
Matrix / Runout (Side 1 Stamped): SHVL 804 A-2
Matrix / Runout (Side 2 Stamped): SHVL 804 B-2
Center Labels: Light solid-blue filled prism/triangle on both sides (Gramophone Co. Ltd. rim text).
Sleeve Construction: Original gatefold cover with a distinct dark green hue. Left-side inner panel is correctly glued down/sealed at the factory edge.
Stickers: Original 1973 matte-finish variants featuring the correct crack-back paper backing with authentic manufacturer text.
Posters: Original matte-finish heavy paper posters (Pyramids & Band group shot).
DETAILED CONDITION GRADING (Goldmine Standard)
VINYL: Excellent (EX)
Visual: Retains a gorgeous, deep glossy sheen. Under bright grading lights, there are no deep marks or nasty scratches—only a couple of faint, microscopic paper hairlines/sleeve removal wisps. Labels are pristine with minimal spindle wear.
Audio: Plays beautifully with fantastic, powerful dynamics. Quiet passages (like Speak to Me and On the Run) play with only minimal, occasional ambient surface noise, completely normal for a 1973 pressing.
The "Money" Play-Test: Highly critical for collectors—this copy has been fully play-tested and DOES NOT SKIP on Side 2, Track 1. It tracks perfectly across the notorious early-stamper groove loop.
GATEFOLD SLEEVE: Very Good Plus (VG+)
The spine is remarkably straight and fully legible. Edges show only minor, light shelf rubbing. Inside gatefold is incredibly clean. No writing, no tears, and no heavy ring wear. A truly sharp, sturdy cover.
POSTERS & STICKERS: Excellent to Near Mint (EX / NM)
Both posters are crisp, vibrant, and completely free of pinholes, tape, blue-tack marks, or tears. They look as though they have never left the sleeve. Both stickers are pristine, completely unused, with perfectly intact original backing paper.
INNER SLEEVE: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Original poly-lined die-cut black inner dust sleeve. No major splits, fully functional and original to the record.
POSTAGE, PACKAGING & INSURANCE (For Global Buyers)
Due to the immense historical and financial value of this record, it will be packaged with elite care:
The vinyl will be removed from the original gatefold and black inner sleeve to prevent seam splits during transit.
It will be placed in a brand-new anti-static sleeve and protected by heavy-duty cardboard stiffeners inside a dedicated, oversized vinyl mailing box.
Shipping will be fully tracked, signed-for, and insured for the final sale value worldwide.
Please look closely at the high-resolution photographs provided to verify the matrix stamps, label text, and beautiful condition for yourself. Feel free to ask any specific questions before bidding.
Bid with absolute confidence—this is a top-tier archive piece that belongs in a serious collection
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