Chuck Berry - Chess 1604 - Maybellene Exc 1st Press 78rpm 1955

Sold Date: February 12, 2024
Start Date: February 9, 2024
Final Price: $40.00 (USD)
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The first pressing of Chuck Berry’s first record! Very nice glossy copy of this classic early rock ‘n roll record. Other than some light scratches in the dead wax area, appears almost unplayed. Typical faded labels for this pressing. An investment in music history! Please email me any questions before buying and I will answer promptly.


My Visual Grading Scale—


Mint: A new record. I will rarely if ever use this grade.


Near Mint (NM): Appears almost unplayed. May show slight signs of handling or sleeve wear but no scratches or scuffs. Retains original gloss. Labels will be near perfect. A very high grade record that will satisfy almost any collector. The highest grade I will normally use.


Excellent (Exc): May have a few very light unfeelable scratches or scuffs. Retains much of it’s original gloss. A high grade record that will satisfy a demanding collector. Labels will show very little wear.


Very Good Plus (VG+): Will have several light unfeelable scratches or scuffs. May retain some original gloss. Labels may show light wear. Still a very collectible record.


Very Good (VG): Quite a few light scratches or scuffs or other issues and possibly a few feelable ones. Labels may show a fair amount of wear. Record will appear a bit worn. Still a collectible record that will satisfy undemanding collectors.


Good (G): Record will have many scratches (some deep), scuffs or other issues. Labels may show heavy wear. Will appear very worn. The lowest grade I will ever offer.