Rare Vinyl 12" LP Barclay James Harvest Octoberon Polydor 1976 Unplayed NearMint
  £   32
  $   38

 


£ 32 Sold For
Feb 22, 2022 Sold Date
Feb 12, 2022 Start Date
3   Number Of Bids
  Great Britain Country Of Seller
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Description

Sale provides a unique and exceedingly rare opportunity, for beginners and established collectors of rare vinyl alike, to acquire an unplayed copy of Octoberon, by Barclay James Harvest. Released in 1976, on the Polydor record label, this Stereo Long Play, near mint vinyl record, with original near mint Polydor outer sleeve and liner bag, was acquired by the seller whilst working for the record company; in London during the late 1970's. Forming part disposal of the Company record library and as an unplayed file copy, this album was never played and has never been played since acquisition by the seller. Visually, the playing surfaces of the record are unblemished, as anyone wishing to finally play this rare LP would soon discover. Having been stored for many years, together with other rare records currently for sale on ebay and now forming part disposal of my own vast library of original 7" and 12" singles, EP's and albums, accumulated over many years, this is a reluctant sale of a truly treasured possession and a one-off opportunity to acquire this must-have addition to any seriously advanced vinyl record collection. Sale provides a golden opportunity for any fans of Barclay James Harvest, or indeed, anyone wishing to acquire original Rock memorabilia; or just generally interested in the music of the 1970's. The starting price for this auction reflects the condition of the disc, original Polydor outer sleeve and liner bag, which, other than displaying minimal handling wear to the outer sleeve and liner bag, are in terrific condition. So don't delay, start bidding, as I am confident that this rare and highly collectable album will not last very long. The rarity and condition of this item is reflected in the starting price of the auction. 
For the technically minded ebayers amongst us, factory stampings and/or hand etchings on the centre "mirror" areas of the disc are as follows:

  • Polydor 2442144 Red Side - 2442144 A // 1 - factory stamped during the manufacturing process
  • Polydor 2442144 Blue Side - 2442144 B // 2 420 - factory stamped during the manufacturing process 
As a footnote, the 420 stamping indicates that the record was cut and pressed at the Philips Phonodisc plant (later Polygram) based in Walthamstow, London E4
As part disposal of a vast personal collection of unplayed near-mint records, this auction marks the release of yet another very rare example.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. As combined postage and invoicing is available, for multi-purchases by the same buyer, please request the postage and packaging cost BEFORE making payment, to enable your invoice to be adjusted.2. For UK buyers, your album will be shipped via Royal Mail 1st Class, on a Signed For basis, to ensure it's safe and secure delivery.3. For international buyers, please request the postage and packaging cost BEFORE making payment, as the price will vary depending on your location. Your invoice will then be adjusted and your album will be shipped via Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed.
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