Beatles - A Hard Day's Night (UK) - 1st Pressing...

Rare UK mono first pressing of A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles on Parlophone (PMC 1230), featuring the desirable "Slender Printing" label variation with the original 3N / 3N matrix combination. A highly collectible early UK mono pressing of this iconic album. ⸻ Sleeve (EX): A very tidy example with extremely clean flipbacks and a great front cover. The back cover remains clean with only a very tiny pen mark, which does not detract from the overall presentation. The sleeve grades a strong EX. Vinyl (VG+): The vinyl has a nice shiny appearance, showing some light playwear and playmarks consistent with careful use. Nothing serious, with playback remaining strong throughout, grading VG+ overall. Labels: Original black/yellow Parlophone labels present on both sides with some staining, consistent with age and use. ⸻ Details * UK mono first pressing * Parlophone PMC 1230 * Slender Print Font label variation * Early 3N / 3N matrix combination * Flipback sleeve * Original inner sleeve included * Made in Gt. Britain ⸻ Matrix / Stampers * XEX 481 - 3N / XEX 482 - 3N * Stampers: 7 AAP / 7 AGM ⸻ Final Remarks A highly desirable UK mono A Hard Day's Night, offering: * Rare Slender Printing variation * First 3N / 3N matrices * Clean EX sleeve with original inner sleeve * Strong VG+ vinyl with great playback * Original Parlophone labels Early 1st pressing copies of A Hard Day's Night in this condition and matrix combination remain increasingly sought-after by serious collectors.

Estimate:$168.06

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