Bob Dylan ** 33 1/3 rpm (2 albums -- 3 records total ) ** Including RARE Blonde on Blonde mono girl picture 2LP 2 eye original.
Items in this lot are:
BLONDE ON BLONDE -- Label: Columbia -- Record#: C2L 41 mono (2LP) girl picture 2 eye logo Desire -- Label: Columbia -- Record#: PC 33893

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Description:Up for your consideration is the next in a series of unique Lps, this one a lot of two Bob Dylan albums, (one is a double album, so three records total).

Several unique things about this item:
As far as the Blonde on Blonde discs:

Firstly, the Blonde on Blonde discs retain the original shine with a few scattered very light marks grading by sight in normal room light. There is a small scuff at the end of the "I want you" track into the "Memphis Blues again" track. I'm sure if you took these and put them under a 1000 watt bulb, you'd probably find something that makes them less than mint. If you're that kind of collector, let me suggest this auction is not for you.

I don't claim these records are mint. Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect the tracks to audibly average better than VG+(excellent) with some scattered very light surface noise, perhaps some pops over the scuff -- please see grading scale below. If you want an audio grade of an entire record, no problem, just drop me a note well in advance of the end of auction. You can then assign your own grade based on my comments on what I heard and the GRADING SCALE BELOW!.

I do hope to listen to these before the auction ends, providing a detailed track-by-track analysis. So, stay tuned for that!

Keep in mind how it plays for me may differ how it plays for you based on differences in audio equipment.

Secondly, at the time of this listing, three (3) current offerings on e-bay ranging from $72 - $110!

I'm also including a Bob Dylan Desire disc. This disc also retains the original shine with a few more scattered very light to light marks than the Blonde discs, 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, 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 VG+(excellent) -- please see grading scale below. If you want an audio grade of an entire record, no problem, just drop me a note well in advance of the end of auction. You can then assign your own grade based on my comments on what I heard and the GRADING SCALE BELOW!.

Keep in mind how it plays for me may differ how it plays for you based on differences in audio equipment.

So this is your chance to own a unique lot 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:Bob DylanTitle:Blonde on Blonde Record:Black vinyl which retains the original shine with a few scattered very light marks grading by sight in normal room light. There is a small scuff at the end of the "I want you" track into the "Memphis Blues again" track. Labels:Red with black print in the center, white print around the border. Two white eye logos (see scan). No stickers, no pen/pencil marks, a fair number of spindle marks. Trailing wax:Side 1 (record 1): "XLP113761-2A". Side 2 (record 1): "XLP113762-3H". Inner sleeves:Two generic, white sleeves (one with gold border) with protective plastic inner lining.Cover:No seam splits, no pen/pencil marks, no stickers. There is some seam wear, more so on the spine. Slight/moderate general/ring wear. Corners slightly/moderately worn with a few creased tips. There are some 1-3" crinkles on the cover corners. Rate the cover VG to VG+(excellent).Comments:Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect the tracks to audibly average at least VG+(excellent) with some scattered very light surface noise and maybe some very light to light pops over the scuff. If you want an audio grade (please request well in advance of the end of auction), you can then assign your own grade based on my comments and the scale shown below. A good addition to your LP collection. Side 1 (record one):Comments:Rainy day womenAudio grade provided upon requestPledging my timeAudio grade provided upon requestVisions of JohannaAudio grade provided upon requestOne of us must knowAudio grade provided upon requestSide 2:Comments:I want youAudio grade provided upon requestMemphis blues againAudio grade provided upon requestLeopard-skin pill-box hatAudio grade provided upon requestJust like a womanAudio grade provided upon requestSide 1 (record two):Comments:Most likely you go your way and I'll go mineAudio grade provided upon requestTemporarily like achillesAudio grade provided upon requestAbsolutely Sweet MarieAudio grade provided upon request4th time aroundAudio grade provided upon requestObviously 5 believersAudio grade provided upon requestSide 2:Comments:Sad eyed lady of the lowlandsAudio grade provided upon request Artist:Bob DylanTitle:Desire Record:Black vinyl which retains the original shine with some scattered very light to light marks grading by sight in normal room light. Labels:Red with black print in the center, a gold print outer ring of "COLUMBIA". No stickers, no pen/pencil marks, a few spindle marks. Trailing wax:Side 1: "AL 33893-3A". Side 2: "BL 33893-2G". Inner sleeves:An original Desire sleeve in fine shape.Cover:No seam splits, no pen/pencil marks, no stickers. There is some seam wear. Slight/moderate general/ring wear. Corners slightly/moderately worn with a few creased tips. There are some 1-3" crinkles on the front right side. Rate the cover VG to VG+(excellent).Comments:Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect the tracks to audibly average at least VG+(excellent) with some scattered very light surface noise and maybe some very light to light pops. If you want an audio grade (please request well in advance of the end of auction), you can then assign your own grade based on my comments and the scale shown below. A good addition to your LP collection. Side 1 (record one):Comments:HurricaneAudio grade provided upon requestIsisAudio grade provided upon requestMozambiqueAudio grade provided upon requestOne more cup of coffeeAudio grade provided upon requestOh, SisterAudio grade provided upon requestSide 2:Comments:JoeyAudio grade provided upon requestRomance in DurangoAudio grade provided upon requestBlack diamond bayAudio grade provided upon requestSaraAudio 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 2 pound 1 ounces. Shipping is $3.57 Media Rate (2-3 pounds) + $1.20 box/tape/pack = $4.77.
Alternatively, I can ship in a 14 x 14 x 6" box. Weight with box is about 2 pound 11 oz. Shipping is $3.57 Media Rate (2-3 pounds) + $1.70 box/tape/packing = $5.27.

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.

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