Black Sabbath - Black Sabbath Vol

Up for auction is a highly collectible and rare 1972 original French first pressing of Black Sabbath's masterpiece, Vol. 4. Unlike the UK and German releases, the very first French edition was uniquely issued in a non-gatefold (single sleeve) cover, featuring the tracklist, credits, and the iconic band photo on the back. It comes with the legendary Vertigo "Swirl" label on Side 1. Identifiers: • Label: Vertigo – 6360 071 • Country: France (Made in France / SACEM SDRM logos on label) • Matrix / Runout (Side 1, stamped): 6360 071 1 380 (1st Cut from the famous C.I.D.I.S. Louviers pressing plant) • Matrix / Runout (Side 2, stamped): 6360 071 2 380 Condition: • Vinyl: Very Good Plus (VG+) The vinyl retains a beautiful glossy sheen. Under light, it shows minor surface hairlines and light paper scuffs that do not affect play. It plays great with minimal, occasional surface noise typical for a record of this age. No skips, no deep scratches. Labels are clean with minimal spindle wear. • Cover: Very Good Plus (VG+) The non-gatefold sleeve is in great structural condition. Bright colors, solid spine with readable text. Minor edge/corner wear and light ring wear consistent with age, but no tears, no writing, and no seam splits. Very well preserved!

Estimate:$5.61

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