Sold Date: August 26, 2017
Start Date: August 19, 2017
Final Price: $25.00 (USD)
Bid Count: 1
Seller Feedback: 1627
Buyer Feedback: 9

Item Description:

PATTI SMITH: 'Horses' LP

Arista AL-4066 LP, made in US, 1975. Album is play graded.

Record: Strong VG+, with a few extremely light needle trails/hairlines. No other signs of wear; no warps, skips, scratches or other visible defects. Labels have some light spindle marks.
Cover:VG, with light ring wear, moderate edge wear, slightly bent/worn corners and a large punch hole.

This is a copy of Patti Smith's 1975 debut album 'Horses'. It's an exceptional release, with "Gloria", "Birdland", "Land" and "Elegie". Produced by John Cale. One of the classic albums of the American punk movement. 

This copy is an original 1975 US Arista issue. The run-off wax is etched with Sterling (mastering), RL (Robert Ludwig mastered) and a cryptic message on each side. A nice item for the serious fan.

Free shipping included in the price (a $4 value).

A NOTE ABOUT GRADING

All records are graded using the 'Goldmine' grading system, applied conservatively. Grading is as follows:

M = MINT. Absolutely perfect in every way - never played. I rarely use this grade.

NM = NEAR MINT. A nearly perfect record. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. The LP jacket should have no creases, folds, seam splits or other signs of use. The same should be true of inserts, lyric sheets, posters, etc.

NM- = NEAR MINT MINUS. This is a grade of my own devising. The record will show signs that it was played, but rarely. Record surfaces may have very light needle trails or very light scuffs, but NO scratches or warps. The LP jacket may have very light wear, but NO cut-out holes, cut corners or saw cuts.

VG+ = VERY GOOD PLUS. The record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner(s) who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show slight signs of wear and may have slight warps, slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't significantly affect the listening experience. The LP jacket may have some signs of wear and may be marred by a cut-out hole/cut corner/saw cut..

VG = VERY GOOD. Many of the condition issues found on a VG+ record will be more pronounced on a VG record. Some surface noise will be evident upon playing. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches (deep enough to be felt with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. LP jackets may have writing, tape or stickers/labels/tags. Other signs of wear may also be evident.

VG- = VERY GOOD MINUS. Similar to a VG record, but with more obvious condition issues. Surface noise from light scratches or groove wear will be present, but the record will not have skips. LP jackets will have multiple signs of wear. Not collectible, but may serve as a play copy.

Shipping options/costs:
US Bidders: Free shipping via Media mail.
International and Canadian bidders: Due to recent increases in USPS Postal rates, I'll provide specific quotes for shipping via First Class International Airmail.


All items are packed carefully and shipped in cardboard shipping containers. I assume no responsibility for package once it has been shipped.

Winning bidders will be contacted within 24 hours of close of auction. Payment is expected within 3 days of close of auction.

If you have questions or comments regarding this item, please email at least 24 hours prior to close of auction to allow for response.

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