DAVID BOWIE - THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD LP - ORIGINAL UK 'DRESS SLEEVE' COPY (MERCURY 6338 041). A solid example first UK pressing of the iconic 1971 LP from Mr Jones. This copy features the controversial and quickly withdrawn 'dress' sleeve. Stock UK copy with correct 'Tony' spelling both sides. The record is in neat VG+ condition showing some light and minor surface hairline marks though absolutely no heavier feelable scratches. Matrix/runout: 6338041 1Y//1 ∇ 420 1 1 4 & 6338041 2Y//1 420 1 1 1. The original sleeve is in VG condition. The main image of Bowie in clean order on the front, there is some noted edge/shelfwear with the spine not legible. Elsewhere in neat order with some light foxing to the reverse and a name in pen to the reverse top left section.
Sold for £1,050
Hammer Price
DAVID BOWIE - THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD LP - ORIGINAL UK 'DRESS SLEEVE' COPY (MERCURY 6338 041). A solid example first UK pressing of the iconic 1971 LP from Mr Jones. This copy features the controversial and quickly withdrawn 'dress' sleeve. Stock UK copy with correct 'Tony' spelling both sides. The record is in neat VG+ condition showing some light and minor surface hairline marks though absolutely no heavier feelable scratches. Matrix/runout: 6338041 1Y//1 ∇ 420 1 1 4 & 6338041 2Y//1 420 1 1 1. The original sleeve is in VG condition. The main image of Bowie in clean order on the front, there is some noted edge/shelfwear with the spine not legible. Elsewhere in neat order with some light foxing to the reverse and a name in pen to the reverse top left section.
Auction: Omega Showcase Sale - Guitars, Music Memorabilia and Rare Vinyl Records, 4th Jul, 2023
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