David Bowie - The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars

Label:RCA Victor - SF 8287

Format:Vinyl, LP, Album

Country:UK

Released:1972

Genre:Rock

Style:Classic Rock, Glam Rock

Matrix Side 1: BGBS 0864-7E     (SF 8287)        A1A  W
Matrix Side 2: BGBS 0865-4E                             A5    W

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if purchased.

This record is in excellent+ condition. It has no obvious spindle marks visible on the labels but there are a few faint traces of spindle rubbing when viewed under bright light. There are no pen marks, scuffs or any other damage such as stains or fading and overall the ridged orange labels are in great shape with all text legible.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a lovely lustre and have no serious marks or major scratches showing. There is the odd faint line or minor sleeve scuff just about visible at certain angles but certainly nothing major. There is no major or obvious scratches, marks or defects and it is generally a very clean record with only light signs of use to its playing surfaces. There is a few faint 'streaky' areas in places but these are very faint and minor.

I play tested the record and it played well with nice clarity throughout. It seems to lay flat on the deck but upon playing there is a very slight 'raise' or minor 'wobble' in the arm. This is only slight and of course has no affect on the audio produced. The audio is free of skips, sticks or annoying tics and generally has little to no surface noise. There is the odd faint trace in places and hint in the run ins/out but nothing at all major or disruptive. Overall it plays nicely throughout each side and was a very enjoyable play test. 

The sleeve is in very good condition. It has some wear and rubbing to the edges and corners but the writing along the spine is still legible. The spine has light 'crumpling' in places but nothing drastic and the sleeve as a whole remains solid. There are no splits, tears, scuffs or pen marks anywhere but there is ring marks showing on both the front and back. There is also creasing to the sleeve. This can be seen at its worst near the front top right/rear top left corners and the rear right edge area. Overall a solid and tidy enough sleeve but one that some signs of age and wear as mentioned. Please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible.

It includes its original picture/lyrics Inner which is solid and in excellent- condition. It has signs of age and handling with light creasing, discolouring and some wear but has no splits, tears or pen marks. I will send the record in a brand new plain white replacement to ensure no damage occurs to the original.

The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to try to ensure a swift delivery.

I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my eBay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.

All offers are considered and are more than welcome.

Many thanks for looking.