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Blue Mitchell/Monk Higgins~Collision In Black LP~ orig 1969 Blue Note 84300 VG++

Sold Date: January 3, 2025
Start Date: January 2, 2025
Final Price: $29.99 (USD)
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Blue Mitchell/Monk Higgins   "Collision In Black"
Jim Horn & Ernest Watts, Flutes; Anthony Ortega & Monk Higgins, Tenor Sax, Jack Remond & Dick Hyde, Trombones; Bob West, Bass; Al Vescovo, Guitar; Miles Grayson& Monk Higgins, Piano; Paul Humphrey, Drums;Monk Higgins & Dee Ervin, Organ; John Cyr, Miles Grayson & Dee Ervin, Percussions.
originally released 1969 // 1st press // not a reissue



Blue Note Records // BST - 84300 stereo  blue & white label reads: "A Divison of Liberty Records, Inc." vinyl in original picture sleeve   


COVER: VG+ 

top corner slice

moderate front & back cover wear (yellowing on back cover)

slight wear on bottom seam



VINYL: VG++

1969 vinyl essentially scratch-free // slight warp that does not affect play + plus several hairline

visually, vinyl rates 8.5 on a 10 point scale

vinyl rates a "B" on the grading scale 

no spindle marks on labels

vinyl  is clean & plays well 


I am an expert shipper.  I will remove the inner sleeve and vinyl from the outer sleeve to prevent seam-splits in transit, and I will package the LP using a rigid mailer and reinforced cardboard. Being a collector myself, I understand the great importance of accurate product listings, professional packing, and fast shipping.

International customers are welcome!!!

International Mail $30

  Canada $25

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I am a professional vinyl grader.  I am obsessive about grading. My customers are allowed to challenge my grading. All my records are guaranteed, and can always be returned -- NO QUESTIONS ASKED. 

Grading Scale: NM, VG++, VG+, VG, VG-, Good 

$5 media mail, International First Class Airmail is $30. Canada $25.