Beatles Abbey Road 1969 US First Print Jacksonville Pressing Vinyl APPLE SO-383 No Her Majesty

Beatles Abbey Road 1969 US First Print Jacksonville Pressing Vinyl
With missing track list (Her Majesty is NOT listed) on back cover and S2 label.
**OG US FIRST PRESS**

**LP Video. .

Cover: VG
Inner Sleeve: Generic VG+
Record: VG (Strong VG minor hairlines)
APPLE SO-383
We grade our records conservatively.

The Beatles – Abbey Road (1969 U.S. First Print, Jacksonville Pressing, APPLE SO-383) is a true collector's gem, recognized for its unique design quirks and historical importance. This first U.S. Jacksonville pressing is notable for excluding "Her Majesty" from both the back cover track list and the Side 2 label, reflecting the original surprise ending intended by the band.

Overview:

• Title: Abbey Road
• Artist: The Beatles
• Release Date: 1969
• Label: Apple Records (Catalog #: SO-383)
• Pressing Details: U.S. First Print, Jacksonville Pressing
• Unique Feature: "Her Majesty" is omitted from the tracklist on the back cover and Side 2 label

Album Significance:

Abbey Road stands as one of the Beatles' most celebrated albums, known for iconic tracks like "Come Together," "Something," and the famous Side 2 medley. The album’s cover, featuring the band crossing the street outside Abbey Road Studios, became legendary, further cementing the Beatles’ cultural legacy. With a blend of rock, pop, and orchestral arrangements, Abbey Road showcases the group’s musical evolution and enduring influence.

Collectability:

This Jacksonville first pressing with the "Her Majesty" omission is highly sought after by Beatles collectors. The exclusion of "Her Majesty" adds a layer of uniqueness, making this vinyl an exciting find for those passionate about original pressings and Beatles history.

This Abbey Road vinyl is an essential piece for collectors of classic rock and Beatles enthusiasts, offering a slice of music history with a rare misprint!

Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading:

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.