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RARE David Bowie Heroes 77 UK LP PL12522 Island Contract Pressing Label Variant

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RARE David Bowie Heroes 77 UK LP (PL12522) - Island Contract Pressing Label Variant

This is a rare early UK contract pressing of David Bowie’s 1977 album Heroes, pressed by Island Records in relatively small numbers before the Italian pressings were issued. It features several unique characteristics that distinguish it from other versions, making it highly collectible, particularly for Bowie completists.

Key Details:

Artist: David Bowie Album: Heroes (1977) Catalogue Number: PL12522 Pressing Information: Label: Orange Island Records label variant with a broader outer raised ridge Center Pressing Ring: Wider and deeper than typical pressings Side 1 Matrix (Etched): PL 12522 A2 (looks like a continental "7"), I-32, A2, ZW with Sterling stamped Side 2 Matrix (Etched): PL 12522 B2 I-26, A5 with Sterling stamped, and some hard-to-read initials No quotation marks around the title "Heroes" on the album cover Notable omission: No "Dave’s R.C.A." etched on runouts Some matrices have been scribed out, with etched replacements Vinyl Condition: Near Mint (NM) with only a few light marks; plays well with minimal surface noise at the start Sleeve Condition: Semi-laminated sleeve with noticeable ring wear; RCA inner sleeve is yellowed Inclusions: Lyric sheet included

This rare pressing is a standout for any serious David Bowie collector due to its unique pressing details and the variant label, which is not yet fully documented on Discogs.