ROLLING STONES Let It Bleed 1969 UK boxed Decca with poster+sticker SUPERB COPY
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The ROLLING STONES - LET IT BLEED
A superb condition copy of this original 1969 UK press Rolling Stones masterpiece
Year/Label : 1969 UK DeccaLabel number : STEREO SKL 5025
Matrix numbers : XZAL-9363-P-4W / XZAL-9364-P-3W with the JT tax code stamped on each side
Stampers : 1 KC / 1 1M
I do get a little nervous when using the expression "near mint" (and it's rare that I do grade the condition of vinyl as such, instead preferring to err on the side of caution by using "excellent plus") but in case this case I have little hesitation in grading the condition of this record as near mint (NM). Gleaming, jet black sheen, weighty and completely flat - not bad for starters! In normal daylight there is not a mark in sight, and the clincher for me is when tilted to an angle and viewed in bright sunlight there is still not a mark in sight - wonderful! Coupled with the fact that the labels are unmarked apart from just a couple of very small and extremely faint spindle trails on each, strongly suggests that this record has been played only a few times. The iconic front-side laminated outer sleeve is a very solid excellent (EX) - eminently presentable with firm, unscuffed edges, near perfectly defined right angled corners with no rubbing, a rigid 1st press "nipped ends" spine with all spine text perfectly intact, firm opening edges with no fraying, no cardboard creasing (except for just the hint of a very, very light 7cm diagonal crease towards the front side bottom right corner - you will need to view the sleeve in a good light and at the right angle to notice it) , and all art work, photos, and text retaining perfect clarity and impressive colour vibrancy. The only blemishes are a few 1-2cm non-obvious surface laminate creases adjacent and perpendicular to the top edge, some light vertical laminate lifting adjacent to the spine, and just the hint of the odd very, very light handling/storage mark...each very trivial. Note the front side "FULL COLOUR" sticker which remains in perfect condition with no sign of any previous owner attempting to remove it. The stereo sound quality is truly near mint (NM) - no skips, jumps, repeats, sticks, clicks, interference, distortion or background crackle. This record plays as well as it did on the first day it was purchased, an unbelievable 54 years ago! Great tone with crystal clear vocals and instrumentation and every track a superb listen. The original blue and white inner sleeve is also in great condition with no seam splits, just a few very light surface creases, barely any age discolouration and remaining fully functional (the record will be posted inside a new poly-lined white inner sleeve in order to protect the original). And, finally, the all-important original poster remains in pristine condition - always carefully folded with no rogue folds, no creases, tears or edge fraying, no pin holes or blue tac, and no faded colouring either...simply perfect!
A true top copy of this 1969 Rolling Stones masterpiece - every track remains timeless and a wonderful listen. POSTAGE COSTS :
For the UK £4 using Royal Mail tracked 48;
for continental Europe £13 using Royal Mail 1st class tracked and signed for,
and for the rest of the world £19 using Royal Mail 1st class tracked and signed for.
I do provide posting and packaging discounts for multiple purchases. I make no profit from postage.
Note that I always insert the vinyl into a new plain white poly-lined inner sleeve in order to protect the original during postage, and separate this from the outer sleeve to prevent seam splits. I use thick cardboard stiffeners and take great care in my packaging to ensure as far as possible that these precious records reach their destination in exactly the same condition as when they leave me.
If you require any further information, including photos, then let me know and I'll do my best to oblige.
If this record interests you then take a look at my other listings for more 60's and 70's classic vinyl.
A bit about myself : I have been collecting UK vinyl for over 53 years from a variety of sources : my own collection, friends and family, car boot and garage sales, door-to-door leaflets, and even through placing an advert in my wife's shop window! My ebay feedback speaks for itself so rest assured that you are buying from a trusted seller and in the very unlikely event that you are unhappy with your purchase just e-mail me and I will sort out the problem. I offer a "no questions asked" refund policy. If you require any further information, including photos, then let me know and I'll do my best to oblige. There is NO RESERVE on this item. Richard
Descriptions of any records I sell comply with the Rare Record Price Guide grading guidelines.
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