Beatles - Love Me Do UK 1962 1st Press 45 *NEAR MINT*
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Description
THE BEATLES - 'LOVE ME DO'/'P.S. I LOVE YOU'
UK 1962 1st PRESSING 45
This outstanding NEAR MINT copy thier debut 45 is a UK 1962 1st pressing on the red & silver Parlophone label: 45 R 4949
Both labels include the 'Made In Gt. Britain' text together with the 'Ardmore & Beechwood' publishing credits.
An 'MPT' purchase tax code is visible around the centre hole of the 'Love Me Do' label
'MPZT' codes are also stamped into both run-outs.
This disc itself is housed within it original 'coloured diamonds' Parlophone company sleeve.
Matrix numbers: 7XCE 17144-1N & 7XCE 17145-1N
Stamper codes: 1/RR & 1/RG
CONDITION
Labels: NEAR MINT
An outstanding completely unblemished & unworn set with just a small handful of extremely faint spindle trails around each unworn centre hole.
Visual: NEAR MINT
Both playing surfaces of this immaculate and cherished copy retain all of their deep-gloss shine and appear 'as new' in strong daylight. Close examination directly beneath my powerful halogen desk lamp reveals a few harmless wispy paper hairlines but no other marks or wear. Both sides lie 100% flat on the turntable with no signs of dishing or warping. Tough to find a better looking copy.
Play: NEAR MINT
From visual inspection alone it can be safely assumed that this wonderful example has received just a handful of careful plays and has been carefully & correctly stored. My careful single playcheck at volume found absolutely no evidence of any groove or play anywhere on either song. The bass remains rich & deep and the highs of John's harmonica are clean & unworn. Even the exposed breaks before Paul sings 'Love Me Do' are free from any background noise or crackle.
Cover
EXCELLENT
Clean & bright with minimal light storagewear, but no seams split, writing or tears.
**PLEASE NOTE: This item is located and will be shipped from AUSTRIA. 1st class international postage to UK addresses will be 5.00 GBP**
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