Black Sabbath – Master of Reality (1971) Taiwan Press CSJ-1169 Rare Asian LP
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Description
Offered here is a rare early-1970s Taiwan / East Asian pressing of Black Sabbath – Master of Reality, catalog number CSJ-1169. This is not a modern reissue and not a standard US or UK pressing.
This pressing features:
• Original Chinese-text sleeve
• Yellow center labels with Chinese characters
• Stereo LP
• Period-correct lightweight laminated sleeve typical of early Asian pressings
These Taiwan / East Asian Sabbath pressings were produced in very limited quantities and were regionally distributed, making them extremely scarce on the market today. They are highly sought after by Black Sabbath collectors and international pressing collectors.
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Condition
• Vinyl: VG to VG+ visually (light surface marks consistent with age; no deep gouges observed). Not play-graded.
• Sleeve: G+ to VG (edge wear, creasing, staining, and age wear present — see photos).
• Original sleeve included. No inserts known for this pressing.
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Notes
• Early 1970s Asian pressing (Taiwan / Hong Kong region)
• No US Warner palm tree labels
• No UK Vertigo swirl
• Rare catalog number CSJ-1169
• Authentic vintage pressing, not a bootleg
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Why this copy is hard to find
Most surviving examples were either heavily worn or misidentified when sold. Properly attributed copies rarely appear, which is why comparable sales are scarce.
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