BEATLES Introducing The Beatles LP (Vee Jay) ORIGINAL MONO AD BACK RARE

$

526

THE BEATLES Introducing The Beatles LP (Vee Jay) AD BACK

Up for auction is a truly authentic Mono AD BACK "Introducing The Beatles" LP on Vee Jay. Meets every single requirement set out to distinguish it from all the counterfeits. This first issue cover was manufactured in Chicago by the offset printing firm Coburn & Company just after July 23rd 1963. The company printed up the first 6000 front slicks and back liner notes. These 6000 are the only cover slicks that say "Printed in U.S.A" on the front cover, as this is one of them!

Cover Details
Covers, both front and back, have glossy slicks.
Printing on covers is of high quality and professional looking.
States "Printed In U.S.A." on front cover vertically from the bottom left corner along the spine.
1/4" flaps at top and bottom of inside cover.
Back cover pictures 25 color photos of other Vee-Jay albums.

Label Details
Labels have "THE BEATLES" and the title "INTRODUCING THE BEATLES" above the center hole.
The vinyl trail-off, the gap between the end of the last track and the edge of the label, measures less than 1".
The letters "MR" are machine stamped inside of a circle in the trail-off area.
Original black labels are printed on a flat, non-glossy paper stock.

The front and back cover images are in very nice condition, however the top and bottom seams have come unglued. It is not a seam "split" as the 1/4" flaps are still mostly in tact. There's a possibility that this could be repaired but I will leave that up to the new owner. The vinyl is in pretty rough shape. Plenty of surface scratches and a few that are deep enough to feel. The record plays with moderate background noise and some pops, but does not skip.

Because this is a very rare record, I've included about 20 pictures to illustrate every detail and flaw of the cover so you will know exactly what you are bidding on. Please allow all photos to fully load so you could examine closely.

The front cover looks a bit "brighter" than it actually is because of the lighting in the room


The AD BACK showing the 25 "fine albums" on Vee Jay


Black, non-gloss labels with album title and band name above spindle hole


B-Side label


Top left front corner


Top right front corner


Bottom left front corner showing "Printed in USA," distinguishing it as a Coburn & Company printing


Bottom right front corner


Top left back corner


Top right back corner


Bottom left back corner


Bottom right back corner


Top of the spine


Center of the spine


Bottom of the spine


Showing that the cover opens up like a book. You could see the 1/4" flaps on the right side are mostly in tact, so this could possibly be repaired


Attempting to show the machine stamped MR in the trail-off. Sorry it's so blurry, camera couldn't adjust


Absolutely no reserve on this auction. Bid like you mean it!

All records will be cleaned on a VPI HW-16.5 and housed in brand new poly sleeves before being shipped.

Postage via Media Mail within the United States is a flat rate of $5 for as many records as you purchase and includes Delivery Confirmation. International rates will be determined based on destination and weight. Feel free to contact us for rate quotes before bidding. Payment is expected within 72 hours after the auction ends and records will be posted with the same promptness.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Records are securely packaged in brand new cardboard mailers with insert pads, with the vinyl removed from their covers to avoid seem splits or other potential harm. We do our part to ensure the safety of your purchase, but sometimes the post office does not do theirs. We are not responsible for any items that are lost or damaged in transit, therefore we require insurance for any orders that exceed $50 (it's around $2 for every $100 of protection). Please note that insurance is also available (and recommended) for smaller orders to guarantee your protection. Likewise, Registered Mail may be required on international orders over $50.


GRADING SCALE
We conservatively grade all records under very bright lighting and perceive paper scuffs that may not have be noticed otherwise as flaws that could downgrade a record. Refer to our Grading Scale below as it is not Goldmine Standard. Your satisfaction is always guaranteed!

M (Mint)
We do not grade any records as Mint.

NM (Near Mint)
Sealed records or opened ones that are nearly perfect.

EX (Excellent)
Records were carefully handled and seldom played. Covers will have sharp corners and only slight imperfections. There may be some light scuffs or a couple very light scratches on the record.

VG+ (Very Good Plus)
Some signs of use such as mild ring wear, slight rips, or writing on the cover. The records will have some visible scuffs or scratches that should not be audible.

VG (Very Good)
Covers have either ring wear, moderate seam splits, stains, or other signs of repeat handling. The vinyl will have numerous light scratches that may be audible but not overpowering.

VG- (Very Good Minus)
Covers may have water damage, significant shelf wear, or entire seam splits. Scratches on the record will be deeper and more present, likely causing clicks and pops with the possiblity of skipping.

G (Good)
This is what you call a beater copy and should only be reserved for rare records and place holders as vinyl will have deep scratches that may be felt with a finger nail and likely cause skipping.