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The Mothers of Invention - Absolutely Free - 1967 First Press EX/VG+
Sold Date:
May 24, 2024
Start Date:
May 17, 2024
Final Price:
£72.99
(GBP)
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Artist: The Mothers of Invention
Title: Absolutely Free
Label: Verve
Cat: SVLP.9174
Year: 1967 First Press - see notes
Vinyl Condition: EX
Sleeve Condition: VG+
Label Condition: EX
Notes/Description: The labels carry the "Sold in UK ......" lines (indicating first press). It does not carry the line "A USA Recording" . There are no variants listed with this combination so a very scarce one! The vinyl is shiny and almost unmarked with a few fine lines visible under a strong light - very close to NM. The sleeve is very clean and tidy with just a few light creases. Matrix:
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