VAN DER GRAAF GENERATOR LEAST WE CAN DO 1st PINK SCOLL UK PRESS LP ARCHIVED COPY

	£		790
	$		1,047

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We list in many cases, 'Archived' & 'mint' condition items, we are able to source from private collections all over the UK. So we hope you can be put at ease that what you are bidding on is of the highest quality.

We play through most of the records, unless the item is clearly mint, or sealed..in which case we don't play them, thus maintaining their 'unplayed' status!  Obviously with some of these rare items there will be the odd 'anomoly' along the way , the odd little static pop or lead in 'sizzle' for a split second.. nothing is perfect we find! all systems differ, but we aim to describe these as accurately as possible for you.... PLEASE ENJOY THIS ITEM YOU ARE NOW LOOKING AT..

VAN DER GRAAF GENERATOR

'THE LEAST WE CAN DO IS WAVE AT EACH OTHER'

INCREDIBLE 1970 PINK SCROLL LABEL

WITH THAT RARE POSTER STILL INSIDE

1st B& C SLEEVE

AND A VINYL THAT PLAYS INCREDIBLE!

Owned by a relation of Peter Hammill, this was given to her by him when it was released!!!  READ ON!

Released 1970

Label    CHARISMA CAS 1007

Matrix        CAS 1007 + A

                   CAS 1007 + B

THE VINYL   MINT-    INCREDIBLE  PLAY CONDITION

As you can see, this vinyl is the highly prized 1970 EARLIEST PINK SCROLL LABEL PRESSING

- Stored from new this LP has seen possibly a handful of plays only, and remains in pristine condition everywhere.

QUITE ASTONISHING CONSIDERING THE SLEVE IS NOT THE SAME CONDITION..BUT THIS VINYL IS AMAZING..

This pressing is a superb vinyl which has retained its amazing glossy sheen and finish. There is no dulling anywhere and overall it is in incredible condition for an LP of this age. The edges are silky smooth, typical of these vintage pressings. We are seing fewer and fewer copies of this LP, so rarely do we see a copy at all, let alone like this.

A COUPLE OF light spider lines around the centre hole, and no wear to the spindle hole whatsoever.

There is barely a hint of any whisp lines, and thats it-  nothing else!  Clearly this LP has been archived for many many years, a few little dust specs are on the vinyl when we slid it for checking..IT REMAINS IN ASTONISHING CONDITION.

On playing through we heard nothing bar the tiniest of lead in static in the dead grooves..it sounds like new as it could be! Along the way a couple of dust pops and some light static in the deasd grooves..but overall this is an amazing play!

OVERALL THIS IS SIMPLY A MUST FOR ANY FINAL UPGRADE COLLECTION. YOU WILL NOT SEE BETTER.

THE LABELS   MINT  FLAT MATT LABELS TEXTURED WITH CENTRE 'SCOOP LINE'

THE SLEEVE     VG

Correct FLAT MATT  EARLIEST B& C RECORDS PRINTED GATEFOLD SLEEVE

WITH THAT POSTER STILL INSIDE!!!!

2nd edition sleeves had no B& C CREDITS.. AND NO POSTER!

Printed by:  GARROD & LOFTHOUSE

A very hard to find record in any decent condition -the sleeves are so hard to find without bad creasing and spine damage, and we rarely manage to see a copy in any decent condition.

This sleeve is ALAS ONLY FAIR CONDITION (BUT THE VINYL IS SO AMAZING IT STILL MAKES FOR A VERY RARE AUCTION INDEED)

The edges have A LOT OF  rub , AS DOES THE SPINE AND THERE IS GENERAL RUB AND RINGWEAR

*** Normally we would never ever dream of auctioning a sleeve like this, but as it is so rare and impossible to find, even in this condition, and that it is a first issue sleeve it is incredibly collectable still and all colours and inks remain in outstanding condition-these Lps simply do not come round complete anymore-    ***

The spine is has some rub and it leans too

The open edge has some feathering

THE GATEFOLD- is super however, with the white inks immaculate!

We were told by the previous owner that she is related to Peter Hamill - and this copy was given to her by him, hence why she had this LP, they never played it as they didnt like his music.. due to many house moves the LP collection got worn and beaten about, but the vinyls stayed inside virtually unplayed -hence why this vinyl is so superb.

If you can find a sleeve worthy of the vinyl- (not gonna be easy at all) you have at todays value a £1000 record on your hands.

OVERALL A CRACKING COPY FOR ANY COLLECTION.

THE AMAZING RARE POSTER- EX+ STRONG

YES IT IS HERE AND FOLDED AS THEY ALL WERE, IT HAS NEVER BEEN DISPLAYED AND HAS ONE LIGHT DIAGONAL CREASE ON THE CORNER TO CORNER-

BUT SERIOUSLY..THIS IS A BIT SPECIAL!!

 STUNNING..

THE INNER SLEEVE   VG

Paper pat printed original..WORN AND DISCOLOURED

POSTAGE DISCOUNTS:

Don't forget we offer big postage discounts on multi wins..the more LPs you win, the cheaper the postage works out for you worldwide- Up to 2 kilos or 5 LPs, after which we will send your wins in more than one parcel..ALL very well protected in mailers, stiffeners, plenty of tape & protection, then 'signed delivered' to your door-  and to date we have nad NO damaged items!  ;0)

We hope you enjoy looking at this item, and good luck if you decide to bid for it...We can safely say you will not be dissapointed- If you need to know anyting else, please feel free to contact us with any questions.

All our items are sent 'signed delivery' tracked to your door, (we have never had an item go missing anywhere in the world!) for peace of mind for both you and us! All items are sent in strong protective mailer boxes and stiffeners. With over 28 years in mail order and the music industry 'worldwide' we pride ourselves on the fact you can bid safely on all our items, and knowing you are being dealt with by professionals.

ENJOY! ;0)