B. B. King ** 33 1/3 rpm ** RARE BLUES ** RED VINYL ** Record: Great! Cover: seam splits
Items in this lot are:
Spirituals -- Label: Crown Records -- Record#: CST 152

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Description:Up for your consideration is the next in a series of unique Lps, this one featuring the recently deceased B.B. King.

Several unique things about this item: Firstly, this disc retains the original shine with one short very light mark over the last track on side 2 grading by sight in normal room light. I'm sure if you took this and put it under a 1000 watt bulb, you'd probably find something that makes it less than mint. If you're that kind of collector, and after a recent unpleasant experience with a buyer from Malaysia, let me suggest this auction is not for you.

I don't claim this record is mint. Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect the tracks to audibly average at least half way between VG+(excellent) and Near Mint (SEE GRADING SCALE BELOW!).

If you want an audio grade of an entire record before bidding, no problem, just drop me a note well in advance of the end of auction. Keep in mind how it plays for me may differ how it plays for you based on differences in audio equipment. Since the item has some marks, I do hope to listen to it and provide a detailed audio grade.

If an audio grade is given, you can assign your own grade based on my comments and the scale shown below.

Secondly, at the time of this listing, no present offerings on e-bay. Recent past copies have sold for up to $50!

So this is your chance to own a unique item at a reasonable price. Bid early and often so you don't miss out on this auction!

It is further described below, please take the time to read before bidding.

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I am using the Goldmine scale of G=Good(1), VG = Very Good(2), VG+ = Very Good Plus(excellent)(3), NM = Near Mint(4) when grading the disc(s).

Here is a summary of the record(s):

Artist:B. B. King Title:SpiritualsRecord:Red vinyl with the original shine and one, short very light mark over the last track of side 2 grading by sight in normal room light. Labels:Black with silver print. No stickers, no pen/pencil marks, some spindle marks. Trailing wax:Side 1: "CST-152-1 1542" and a "2" inside a circle". Side 2: "CST 152-2 1543" and a "2" inside a circle. Inner sleeves:A generic Capricorn sleeve in fine shape, one folded corner.Cover:Top/spine seams are completely split. Slight general/ring wear front/back. A small, clear liquid spot back top edge No pen/pencil mark, no stickers. Rate the cover poor to good. You can assign your own grade based on my description of the condition. I'll include a clear vinyl sleeve with this one.Comments:Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect the tracks to audibly average at least half way between VG+(excellent) and Near Mint. If an audio grade is provided (Please request well in advance of the end of auction), you can assign your own grade based on my comments and the scale shown below. A good addition to your LP collection. Side 1:Comments:Precious LordAudio grade provided upon requestSave a seat for meAudio grade provided upon requestOle time religionAudio grade provided upon requestSweet chariotAudio grade provided upon requestServant's prayerAudio grade provided upon requestSide 2:Comments:Jesus gave me waterAudio grade provided upon requestI never heard a manAudio grade provided upon requestArmy of the LordAudio grade provided upon requestI am willing to run all the wayAudio grade provided upon requestI'm working on the buildingAudio grade provided upon request

Additional criteria I use when audibly grading records for people:

NM(4) = absolutely nothing wrong at all (very rarely happens--I've even opened sealed records and they don't play Near Mint) 3.5-3.9 = very, very light surface noise 3.1-3.4 = very light surface noise, very light pops VG+(3) = up to light pops and light surface noise (below this, one's enjoyment is affected, very subjective) VG(2) = up to medium pops and moderate surface noise G(1) = up to heavy pops and heavy surface noise

I normally ship a single record in a standard 12.5 x 12.5 x 1 record mailer. Weight with box is 1 pound 11 ounces. Shipping is $3.22 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.20 box/tape/pack = $4.42.
Alternatively, I can ship in a 14 x 14 x 6" box. Weight with box is about 1 pound 11oz. Shipping is $3.22 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.70 box/tape/packing = $4.92.
This auction is currently set to ship in the smaller box. If you want the larger box, let me know and I'll send an appropriate invoice.
Buyer pays shipping/handling. Standard method within U.S. is Media Rate, $4.42
This includes delivery confirmation which enables you to track shipping of your package online. Outside U.S., e-mail location to determine S/H costs prior to auction end. Insurance / other methods of shipping cost extra. Payment received within ten days of auction ending. Payment via Paypal preferred.

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