THE SMITHS ~ THE QUEEN IS DEAD ~ ROUGH 96 ~ EX-/EX+ ~ '86 UK 1ST PRESS VINYL LP

Sold Date: December 30, 2015
Start Date: December 19, 2015
Final Price: £42.99 £37.09 (GBP)
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‎– The Queen Is Dead
Label: ‎– ROUGH 96                
Format:, LP, Album, Gatefold            

Country:UK                      Released:
Genre:,                 
Style:
Matrix Side 1: ROUGH 96 A1     MPO                    THEM WAS ROTTEN DAYS Matrix Side 2: ROUGH 96 B1     MPO                    FEAR OF MANCHESTER
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 successful.

This record is in excellent- condition. It has very light spindle marks on the labels but these are only just visible. There are no pen marks, scuffs or fading anywhere, the centre are not loose and overall they are in good shape. 

As for the vinyl itself, both sides are free from anything serious but have a couple of light scratches on both sides. These cannot be felt but can be seen in normal light. Other than these there are a few more minor wispy lines visible under very bright white light, but again nothing serious or sinister. The record has no scuffs or blemishes and has a lovely shine.

I play tested the record and it plays really well. It lays flat, there is next to no movement in the record arm and the sound produced is superb. Its crisp, clear and other than a miniscule trace in the run in has next to no background noise or surface interference. The light scratches mentioned above have no affect whatsoever, are purely superficial, and there are no skips, sticks, annoying clicks or any other serious issues. Its a quality audio experience and was a pleasure to play test. 

The gatefold sleeve is in excellent+ condition. It has only very slight wear to the edges/corners(pics), and the writing along the spine is all clearly legible. There are no tears, scuffs or pen marks anywhere but there is a faint ring mark visible on the back. There is next to no creasing and overall it is in great shape with very little wear at all.

It includes its original picture inner which is in good shape but for a 4" split on the bottom edge(see pics). Other than this unfortunate split there is no tears, scuffs or pen marks and next to no creasing or ring marks. Due to the split I will send the record in a plain white inner to make sure no further damage occurs or it doesn't get any worse.

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 ensure 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.