Rare Vinyl 12" LP The Walker Brothers Portrait Philips 1966 Unplayed Near Mint
  £   28
  $   37

 


£ 28 Sold For
Feb 15, 2022 Sold Date
Feb 12, 2022 Start Date
1 Number Of Bids
  Great Britain Country Of Seller
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Description

Sale provides a unique and exceedingly rare opportunity, for beginners and established collectors of rare vinyl alike, to acquire an unplayed copy of Portrait, by The Walker Brothers. Released in 1966, on the Philips record label, this Mono Long Play, near mint vinyl record, with original near mint Philips outer sleeve, liner bag and photo insert, was acquired by the seller whilst working for the record company; in London during the late 1970's. Forming part disposal of the Company record library and as an unplayed file copy, this album was never played and has never been played since acquisition by the seller. Visually, the playing surfaces of the record are unblemished, as anyone wishing to finally play this rare LP would soon discover. Having been stored for many years, together with other rare records currently for sale on ebay and now forming part disposal of my own vast library of original 7" and 12" singles, EP's and albums, accumulated over many years, this is a reluctant sale of a truly treasured possession and a one-off opportunity to acquire this must-have addition to any seriously advanced vinyl record collection. Sale provides a golden opportunity for any fans of The Walker Brothers, Scott or John Walker, or indeed, anyone wishing to acquire original Popular Music memorabilia; or just generally interested in the music of the 1960's. The starting price for this auction reflects the condition of the disc, original Philips outer sleeve, liner bag and photo insert, which, other than displaying minimal handling wear to the outer sleeve, liner bag and photo insert, are in terrific condition. So don't delay, start bidding, as I am confident that this rare and highly collectable album will not last very long. The rarity and condition of this item is reflected in the starting price of the auction. 
For the technically minded ebayers amongst us, factory stampings and/or hand etchings on the centre "mirror" areas of the disc are as follows:

  • Philips BL 7732 A Side - 14574 1L // 2 inverted pyramid shape 420 - factory stamped during the manufacturing process
  • Philips BL 7732 B Side - 14574 2L // 2 inverted pyramid shape 420 - factory stamped during the manufacturing process 
As a footnote, the 420 stamping indicates that the record was cut and pressed at the Philips Phonodisc plant (later Polygram) based at Walthamstow, London E4
As part disposal of a vast personal collection of unplayed near-mint records, this auction marks the release of yet another very rare example.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. As combined postage and invoicing is available, for multi-purchases by the same buyer, please request the postage and packaging cost BEFORE making payment, to enable your invoice to be adjusted. 2. For UK buyers, your album will be shipped via Royal Mail 1st Class, on a Signed For basis, to ensure it's safe and secure delivery. 3. For international buyers, please request the postage and packaging cost BEFORE making payment, as the price will vary depending on your location. Your invoice will then be adjusted and your album will be shipped via Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed.
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