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Nirvana In Utero vinyl 1993 European First Press

Sold Date: September 20, 2023
Start Date: September 13, 2023
Final Price: £133.00 (GBP)
Bid Count: 5
Seller Feedback: 919
Buyer Feedback: 0

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Nirvana In Utero 1993 European press. Released in the UK September 1993. Bought by myself at release and from my own private collection.


Produced by special arrangement with Sub Pop Records.

Printed and made in Holland.

Printed inner sleeve with lyrics and credits.


Barcode 7 20642 45361 2

Catalogue Number-Sony/CBS, Haarlem: 08 32258 20

Label Code LC 7266


Matrix runout side A stamped runout 08 32258 20 1A1 GEF 24536

Matrix runout side B stamped runout 08 32258 20 1B1 GEF 24536


This is an extremely good example of a very early European press. There were 2 variations of the European press made in Holland for distribution in Europe, both on black vinyl. The first had labels with the Geffen logo on them with Geffen Records underneath. The second has the logo with no wording. This copy is the first example.

The cover is in excellent condition. No rips tears or ringwear. The name of the album label and number are readable on the spine. There are slight scuff marks to the corners.

The inner is in excellent condition, no rips or tears and very little fading to the white parts. The record itself is in excellent condition. I’ve played this but it’s in excellent condition no visible scratches. The record plays very well and has been play tested on my Project record player. The record will be cleaned for the new owner.

I use my own grading system. One man’s excellent is different to another’s. I’ve been as honest as I can and I’ve taken the best quality pictures I can at home. Please view all the pictures.


There will be a sensible reserve to reflect the value which I’m aware of. I’m in no hurry to sell so sensible offers please. I use Discogs and others for information.


Postage will be Royal Mail Special Delivery only no exceptions. This is to cover the value of the record and me as well as the buyer. I only charge the Post Office price, I don’t charge extra for packaging.


Thanks for looking.