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Pink Floyd - WISH YOU WERE HERE* A1 / B3 * UK 1st PRESS *NM-/EX+

Sold Date: March 31, 2024
Start Date: March 24, 2024
Final Price: £162.51 (GBP)
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*Pink Floyd - WISH YOU WERE HERE

*1975 UK 1st PRESS

*Early matrix numbers.

*Early Mother Stampers

*1st press label text.

HTM in deadcwax

Overall Near Mint/ Excellent


1st Press Matrix numbers...

Side 1 = SHVL 814 A-1

Side 2 = SHVL 814 B-3


Early Mother stampers...

Side 1 = 3 GOA

Side 2 = 1 GMO


The outer sleeve is the first variant, which is noted by the pinched spine and is in lovely condition! No splits or tears and is still beautiful! Has a great spine, only minimal age wear, dirt. EXCELLENT.


The labels are are stunning and the first variant which shows "Waters-Gilmour-Wright" song-writers credit for 'Shine on You Crazy Diamond' (Side 1 Part 5). Which was subsequently changed on later pressings for just "Waters". They are absolutely lovely and have amazing spindle holes . NEAR MINT.


The matrix numbers on the vinyl show that this is a UK first A1 B3 pressing. The mother stamper codes also suggest that the record was produced very early in the manufacturing line.


The original card inner sleeve, with a notch to the top edge and which is die-cut on three of the four corners is also in superb condition for age! It has no splits or tears, is bright & vibrant with only minimal only age discolouration. NEAR MINT.


The vinyl has a superior glossy sheen in appearance, and sits flat to the surface. Bar one incredibly light surface line which I nearly missed, it is perfect! NEAR MINT- / EXCELLENT +



OVERALL, AN EXCELLENT PIECE OF MUSICAL HISTORY TO ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION!!!


Will package securely and post via signed for delivery.


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PLEASE NOTE - I DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE THE MEANS TO TEST PLAY SO VISUAL INTERPRETATION ONLY. THANK YOU.