Sold Date: November 8, 2022
Start Date: November 1, 2022
Final Price: $16.50 (USD)
Bid Count: 6
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Artist Name: Black Sabbath

Album Title: Master of Reality

Year: 1971

Label: Warner Brothers' Records

Catalog Number: BS 2562
Media Condition: G+ (Media ranges from G+ to VG depending on where on the Record you play)

Cover Condition: G+

Notes: Embossed Cover, first press. There is a warp on the first track of either side that DOES NOT cause skipping of the needle. 

Grading Guidelines; Goldmine Standard (unless stated otherwise):

Mint: Sealed(if shrinkwrapped) and unplayed
NM/M-: A nearly perfect record. A NM or M- record has more than likely never been played, and the vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. 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 any sign of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. 

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. Defects should be more of a cosmetic nature, not affecting the actual playback as a whole. 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. Spindle marks may be present. Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. 

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. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time.

G+/G: A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear. A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present. While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and "ticks" will almost certainly accompany the playback. 
F/P: A record in fair or poor condition will be cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and writing. The LP cover barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon. 

Shipping Policy: All Lp's will ship USPS media Mail and will be charged a rate of $6.00 up to 3 Lp's. An additional dollar will be charged for the next three. All records sold for more that $50.00 will be required to carry insurance at a rate of $2 additional dollars.

Returns: Returns will only be accepted in the case of gross mis-grading by the seller to be determined upon return after a full inspection. If deemed appropriate, seller will reimburse buyer for return shipping in addition to original shipping.