BLACK SABBATH: Master Of Reality *UK VERTIGO SWIRL 1st + RARE POSTER *EX/EX+ TOP
  £   250
  $   331

 


£ 250 Sold For
Jul 5, 2013 Sold Date
Jun 10, 2013 Start Date
1 Number Of Bids
  Great Britain Country Of Seller
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Description


BLACK SABBATH 'Master Of Reality' 
A superb copy - Clearly well cared for - Fully play graded -  30 photos below

 GENUINE UK FIRST PRESS ON VERTIGO; 6360 050
This lovely original copy of 'Master Of Reality' comes complete with all of the genuine UK Vertigo first press features:
CONTAINS THE RARE ORIGINAL SMALL 6 PANEL (68cm X 45cm) FOLD OUT UK ISSUE POSTER
ORIGINAL FULLY LAMINATED & EMOSSED HOWARDS PRINTERS BOX STYLE SLEEVE IN GREAT CONDITION
IT HAS THE FIRST PRESS 1Y/1 - 2Y/1 MATRIX
IT ALSO COMES COMPLETE WITH ITS ORIGINAL POLY-LINED INVERTED 'SWIRL' INNER BAG CORRECTLY DATE STAMPED '0671'
TOP NEAR MINT AUDIO
*FULL RELEASE DETAILS INCLUDING MATRIX NUMBERS CAN BE FOUND BELOW THE PHOTO GALLERY

*ALL POSTAGE/SHIPPING RATES + TERMS & CONDITIONS CAN ALSO BE FOUND BELOW THE PHOTO GALLERY; PLEASE READ THESE. THANK YOU.


 CONDITION REPORT & PHOTO GALLERY AUDIO NEAR MINT; this has been completely play graded from start to finish at volume and both sides played through beautifully without jumping or sticking. The clarity of the audio was superb throughout; bright and crisp with no distortion.
The only flaws were 4 pops in 'Sweet Leaf' and 2 in ' Lord Of This World' otherwise, the audio was pretty perfect with just occasional insignificant low level vinyl static here and there. The record sounded fantastic and was a pleasure to listen to.
VINYL (VISUAL): EXCELLENT(+); the vinyl has retained a wonderful shine with very little at all noticeable under natural daylight. Bright light revealed just the usual light wispy sleeve removal type marks/hairlines. The record looks superb and has clearly been well cared for over the years. 
Both labels are NEAR MINT with just very minimal signs of use. Superb.
POSTER: The poster looks very nice overall. It has been used and has some (fairly) discreet tape repairs on the corners and partially along the edges. Three very small scuff marks + four very small tears along the right hand edge. All flaws are relatively minor and do not detract from the poster's appearance. Please refer to my photos below as these show in detail what the poster looks like. 
SLEEVE: EXCELLENT; the box sleeve is a wonderful example and easily one of the better that I have seen. It has suffered from some squashing as is usually found with this + some laminate 'bubble' in places. Otherwise very little to fault at all; looks great.
The original 'swirl' inner bag is a great example and also grades EXCELLENT; just minor age browning and light signs of handling/creasing. The poly-lining is still firmly intact. 

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JPEGbay.com - eBay picture hosting RELEASE DETAILS

LABEL: Vertigo

YEAR OF RELEASE: 1971

COUNTRY OF RELEASE: UK

CATALOGUE NUMBER: 6360 050

MATRIX NUMBERS: 6360050 1Y//1?420 - 6360050 2Y//1?420

MOTHER / STAMPER CODES: 11 14 / 12 21

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GRADING

Unless otherwise stated, all of my records have been play tested before listing using a Rega P3-24 turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge & stylus. I describe honestly and accurately but please bear in mind that I am only human and such things are always subjective. I tend to grade records conservatively and believe that my feedback speaks for itself. 

 Please take confidence from the fact that I have been a collector myself for over 20 years (please check my feedback as a buyer) and know only too well how disappointing it is to receive an inaccurately described record.

I also grade visually using a strong halogen lamp.

I use the Record Collector grading system as shown below.

POSTAGE / SHIPPING

I post worldwide and pack all records in custom made (stiff) card mailers and add extra packaging inside to ensure a safe delivery. I will provide a protective polythene sleeve and the record and inner will be removed from the outer sleeve to prevent seam splits in transit. I want your record to get to you in the condition that it was when it left me.

For any records that come with printed inner sleeves, I will also provide an additional plain inner.

As a general rule, shipping will be discounted ie. I lose money on the costs of buying my packaging. I do not profit from this; please remember that my costs are not simply those shown on the stamp!

BUYERS OUTSIDE OF EUROPE, NORTH AMERICA, AUSTRALASIA & JAPAN SHOULD NOTE THAT THE SHIPPING RATES QUOTED ONLY APPLY UP TO A MAXIMUM SALE VALUE OF £250; PLEASE ASK FOR A SHIPPING QUOTE IN ADVANCE STATING YOUR FULL ADDRESS INCLUDING POSTAL/ZIP CODE.

CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS FOR OVERSEAS ORDERS: Please note that for overseas orders from outside the EU I am obliged to complete a customs declaration and must enter the true value of the package's contents on the declaration. It is the BUYER'S responsibility to ensure that all import duties are known and paid.

Please send me a message if anything is unclear and I will be happy to help.

RECORD COLLECTOR GRADING SYSTEM

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.

EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.

VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.

GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.

FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and / or defaced.

POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.

BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.


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