Item Report
Original 1964 'Meet the Beatles!' Vinyl LP Album
By: The Beatles (Capitol Records, T 2047)
Style: Mid-20th Century Popular Music / Vinyl Record Collectible
Origin: United States
Materials: Cardboard sleeve, printed paper, and vinyl record
Age: Circa 1964
Condition: Good (visible edge/corner wear on the sleeve; vinyl condition not visible, not officially graded)
Value: $50 - $200 (depending on condition and whether the record itself is included and in good playable condition)
Maker's Marks / Writing: Capitol Records logo, catalog number T 2047. No additional specific marks visible in the provided image.
Date: 2025-06-06 22:34:19.903875
Description:
This is an original pressing of 'Meet the Beatles!', the debut North American album by The Beatles, released in 1964 by Capitol Records. The cover features a half-shadowed black-and-white photograph of the four band members. The album is known for its significance in launching Beatlemania in the United States, and is a highly collectible item for music enthusiasts, especially when found in good to excellent condition.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
An iconic and desirable collectible for Beatles fans and vinyl record collectors. The value depends heavily on the condition of both the sleeve and the vinyl. Early pressings of this album remain highly sought after, but surface wear and any vinyl damage can significantly affect value.
Individual Images:
- The image highlights edge and corner wear on the album sleeve
- which is typical for records of this age. The vinyl record itself is not shown
- so playability and surface condition of the record cannot be assessed.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Good (visible edge/corner wear on the sleeve; vinyl condition not visible, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 100%
The album cover and labeling match exactly with the well-known first U.S. Beatles album released in 1964, leaving no doubt as to its identity.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The aging, wear, and distinctive layout are consistent with an original 1960s pressing, not a modern reissue. Final authenticity would depend on examining the record label, matrix/runout numbers, and other physical details.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
Beatles, Meet the Beatles, vinyl LP, 1964, Capitol Records, pop music, collectible album, British Invasion
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