John Denver - Poems, Prayers & Promises 1971 UK 1st Vinyl LP RCA SF 8219 EX+ NM-
Original 1971 UK first press album bordering NM condition
Matrix / Runout - Runout side 1: APRS 4594-2E A1V
Matrix / Runout - Runout side 2: APRS 4595-3E A3G
Vinyl: Plays back EXCELLENT! No heavy noise, no heavy clicks, no heavy pops. A really decent press. Visually graded at EX+/NM-. Incredibly clean! Just one visible scuff on side 1 under natural light. Minimal further light scuffs/hairline surface marks visible under bright light where the vinyl has been in and out of its sleeve. No deep surface marks. The record has retained its beautiful sheen. Clean labels, minimal scuffing around centre hole from the turntable spindle.
Gatefold Cover: EXCELLENT! Visually graded at EX. Minimal ageing wear is visible but nothing detrimental to its overall stunning appearance. The most notable wear is slight creasing to the laminate back and front close to the top edge. Very slight ring wear (you need to look hard). Colours are clear and vivid. Spine too is in excellent condition, all text clear. Inner white paper sleeve in excellent condition too.
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Record grading:
Near Mint (NM) - The record has been on a shelf between other records. The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times. There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.
Excellent (E) - Same but I'd tolerate very light marks where the vinyl has been in and out of the inner sleeve a few times, or tiny signs of use generally.
Very Good Plus (VG+) - A few further faults are acceptable, but nothing that really compromises the record visually or audibly. A little rub, light inaudible marks, a little background crackle.
Very Good (VG) - It's seen a bit of life, but is still usable. Light pops and clicks, an edge split, light visible scratches. You can still listen to it and enjoy looking at it, but it is visually and audibly USED.
