Judy Brown First Day Of School Should I Skyla Record Co 1121 45 RPM 7" single

Sold Date: April 1, 2016
Start Date: March 27, 2016
Final Price: $19.50 (USD)
Bid Count: 2
Seller Feedback: 388
Buyer Feedback: 94


This is a RARE record 45 RPM single that appears to be unplayed. 
This and any other record or sleeve listed is from the Gene Chamberlain collection that we acquired from him personally.  Gene was a Disc Jockey at WREN Radio Station in Topeka, Kansas in the late 1950's and early 1960's.  He is credited with "discovering" Wilbert Harrison by being the first DJ in America to play and continually play the hit song "Kansas City" in 1959.  Many of these records appear to be unplayed and in like new condition.  Others have stickers and/or writing on the label indicating they might have been in their playing lineup.  We will describe the condition to best of our ability using the grading guide listed below.**  Here is a chance to own rare authentic radio station and DJ promotional and non-promo records, sleeves and memorabilia from the 1950's and 1960's.  Please let us know if you have any questions and good luck!
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If you win multiple items please contact us so we may consolidate your order and save you some money.
We mail using custom made 45 record boxes and corrugated sleeves.  All International buyers must contact us before the end of the auction for a shipping quote.
TO ALL THE RECORD COLLECTORS AND BUYERS OUT THERE, PLEASE MAKE US A FAVORITE SELLER BECAUSE WE WILL BE LISTING HUNDREDS OF MOSTLY UNPLAYED AND UNTOUCHED RECORDS FROM THE ABOVE COLLECTION.
**Generally, the condition for collectors’ items such as vinyl records follows this scale: Mint, Near Mint, Very Good, Good and Poor. Mint (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Certainly never been played, possibly even still sealed. Should be used sparingly as a grade, If at all.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits or other noticeable similar defects. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves and the like. Basically, an LP in near mint condition looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap. Near Mint is the highest price listed in all Goldmine price guides. Anything that exceeds this grade, in the opinion of both buyer and seller, is worth significantly more than the highest Goldmine book value.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A Very Good Plus record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don’t affect one’s listening experiences. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are “OK”. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be barely noticeable. The center hole will not have been misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turned up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.

Very Good (VG)

Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. 

Good (G), Good Plus (G+)

Good does not mean Bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear (on a styrene record, the groove will be starting to turn white). A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it’s a common item, you’ll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But, if it’s something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it…but keep looking to upgrade.