Patti Smith Group "Easter" Original 1978 Test Pressing Album (Chip

Rare original test pressing of Patti Smith Group's landmark 1978 album "Easter," featuring the hit single "Because the Night," co-written by Patti Smith and Bruce Springsteen. Measuring approximately 12" x 12". In very good condition, with scattered wear throughout, including staining, toning, wear to the edges and corners, and period handwritten production and inventory notations to the upper left corner of the cover, including a dated notation of "4-17-78." Produced in extremely limited quantities for internal review and quality control prior to commercial release, original test pressings are among the scarcest and most desirable formats for serious vinyl collectors, offering a direct connection to the album's production process. Provenance: From the personal collection of music industry executive Chip Rachlin.

Estimate:$500

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