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Pink Floyd - WISH YOU WERE HERE * A1/B3 * EX VINYL *POSTCARD * UK 1st PRESS *
Sold Date:
July 21, 2024
Start Date:
July 14, 2024
Final Price:
£51.55
(GBP)
Bid Count:
4
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I'm thrilled to offer for sale this beatiful find of....
*Pink Floyd - WISH YOU WERE HERE
*1975
*UK 1st PRESS
*Early matrix numbers.
*Early Mother Stampers
*1st press label text.
*Postcard
*EX Vinyl
1st Press Matrix numbers...
Side 1 = SHVL 814 A-1
Side 2 = SHVL 814 B-3
Early Mother stampers...
Side 1 = 3 GAA
Side 2 = 2 GRM
The outer sleeve is the first variant, which is noted by the pinched spine and is in lovely condition - There are no splits or tears and has a nice spine. Minor age wear, shows dirt/discolouration.
The labels are 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, but would look even better with a professional clean.
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 in nice condition for age. It has no rips or tears, is bright & vibrant with some age discolouration/dirt and a seam split starting to the bottom.
The vinyl has a superior glossy sheen in appearance, and sits flat to the surface. It is really beautiful with only a couple of light insignificant no feel surface lines. Stunning labels.
Completing this set is the often missing crinkle cut Postcard - it is beautiful, vibrant, almost perfect, just a couple of minor imperfections!
OVERALL, A STUNNING & EXCELLENT PIECE OF MUSICAL HISTORY TO ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION!!!
Will package securely and post via signed for delivery.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO HAVE A LOOK AT MY OTHER LISTINGS.
PLEASE NOTE - I DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE THE MEANS TO TEST PLAY SO VISUAL INTERPRETATION ONLY. THANK YOU.
