THE BEATLES Yesterday and Today T 2553 mono 2nd state butcher RIAA 6 unpeeled

$

400

The Beatles (2nd state butcher cover, unpeeled) RIAA 6 ** 33 1/3 rpm  12"   **  RARE **   (Seller's note: collection GP)
Items in this lot are:
Label:  Capitol ( rainbow , see scans) -- Record#: T-2552 -- mono
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Description:
Up for your consideration is the next in a series of unique discs, this one by The Beatles.  The cover has some issues (described below), the record plays well.
Several unique things about this item: 
Firstly, this disc retains the original shine with some very light marks grading by sight in normal room light.  I'm sure if you took this and put it under a 1000 watt bulb, you'd probably find something that makes it less than mint.  If you're that kind of collector, let me suggest this auction is not for you. 
I took the time to play it and found the tracks to audibly average about half way between VG+(excellent) and Near Mint.  You can assign your own grade based on my comments and the grading scale shown below.  A track-by-track detailed analysis is provided below. 
Secondly, this is an unpeeled Butcher cover (second state).  I can see Ringo's collar about an inch to the right of the trunk when I tilt it at a slight angle.  May not be visible with my scanner!  RIAA 6 on the back lower right corner.
So this is your chance to own a unique item at a reasonable price. Bid early and often so you don't miss out on this item!   

It is further described below, please take the time to read before bidding.  
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I am using the Goldmine scale of G=Good(1), VG = Very Good(2), VG+ = Very Good Plus(excellent)(3),  NM = Near Mint(4) when grading the disc(s).  

Here is a summary of the record(s):
Artist: The Beatles Title: Yesterday ... and Today Record: Black vinyl with the original shine with some very light marks grading by sight in normal room light
Cover:  (SEE SCANS!) Light/moderate general/ring wear front and back.  Top and spine seams with a centered 3" seam split.  Upper outer corner worn with a 1/3" seam split.  Bottom lower outer corner with a 2" seam split.  Some scattered seam wear.  Back has humidity spots around the edges.  "502.1" written back upper right corner.  A few small magic marker marks back upper left corner.  Three small check marks by the first three songs on side one.  No stickers.  Rate the cover G to VG.  The cover does seem to be slightly smaller than other Capitol covers I own.
Labels: Black with silver print, rainbow colorband, oval logo on top (see scans).  No pen/pencil marks,  some spindle marks, some center hole wear on side 2.     Inner sleeve:  A generic, white sleeve will be provided. Outer sleeve:  A clear, plastic sleeve will be provided. Trailing wax: Side 1: "T-1-2553-F-23- 2 *". Side 2: "T-2-2553-G-20 1". 
Comments: I found the tracks to audibly AVERAGE about half way between VG+(excellent) and Near Mint.  You can assign your own grade based on my detailed track analysis below.  An unusual and rare addition to your collection.   

Side 1: Comments: Drive my car - Some light pops at the beginning followed by very light to light surface noise (3.0). I'm only sleeping - Some very, very light surface noise and very, very light pops (3.3) Nowhere man - Some very, very light surface noise and very light pops (3.2) Dr. Robert - Some very, very light surface noise (3.8) Yesterday - Some very, very light surface noise and very, very light pops (3.5) Act naturally - Some very, very light surface noise (3.8)
Side 2:Comments: And your bird can sing - Some very, very light surface noise (3.6) If I needed someone - Some very light surface noise and very light pops (3.2) We can work it out - Some very light surface noise and very light pops (3.35) What goes on? - Some very, very light surface noise (3.8) Day tripper - Some very, very light surface noise (3.7)



Additional criteria I use when audibly grading records for people:

NM(4) = absolutely nothing wrong at all (very rarely happens--I've even opened sealed records and they don't play Near Mint)  3.5-3.9 = very, very light surface noise  3.1-3.4 = very light surface noise, very light pops  VG+(3) = up to light pops and light surface noise (below this, one's enjoyment is affected, very subjective)  VG(2) = up to medium pops and moderate surface noise  G(1) = up to heavy pops and heavy surface noise 


I normally ship 33 1/3 RPM discs in 13"x13"x2" boxes.   Weight with box is about 1 pounds 8 ounces.  .  
Shipping is:  $4.67 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.50 box/tape = $6.17.  I am shipping to you at cost.  It actually costs me $$ because e-bay will charge me 10-15% of the shipping as well.  If you feel the shipping is too much, please look elsewhere.  This item will require a signature on receipt and insurance which I will cover.  At my option and added expense, I may upgrade from Media Rate to a more costly shipping service and I'll cover the difference.

Buyer pays shipping/handling. Standard method within U.S. is Media Rate, $6.17.  This includes online tracking which enables you to track shipping of your package online.  NO FOREIGN SHIP ON THIS ONE!.  Insurance / other methods of shipping cost extra, I'll cover the ADDED expense beyond standard Media Rate+box.  Payment received within ten days of auction ending.

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