A highly desirable and well-preserved original UK mono pressing of Help! by The Beatles, featuring the correct -2 / -2 matrix configuration, clean original components, and a particularly strong overall presentation. This example combines early pressing characteristics with attractive condition, making it a very appealing collector’s copy. ⸻ Pressing Details Catalogue Number: PMC 1255 Matrix Numbers: • Side 1: XEX 549-2 • Side 2: XEX 550-2 Mother / Stamper Codes: • Side 1: 6 / GRH • Side 2: 8 / GAM An early UK pressing, produced from original lacquers during the initial production period. ⸻ Label – 1st Issue Black and yellow Parlophone labels featuring: • “The Gramophone Co. Ltd.” perimeter text • “Sold in U.K. subject to resale price conditions…” • “Made in Gt. Britain” text Condition: EX • Clean and well-preserved labels • Only minimal spindle wear • Strong, clear print ⸻ Sleeve – Original Flipback Original Garrod & Lofthouse flipback sleeve. Condition: VG++ • Front cover clean with only light creasing • Spine sharp and fully readable • Flipbacks clean and intact • Rear shows light yellowing consistent with age • No stickers or writing A very attractive and well-kept example, clearly above average for this title. ⸻ Inner Sleeve Original Emitex inner sleeve included: • Correct for period • Well preserved ⸻ Vinyl Condition: VG+ • Strong glossy playing surfaces • Light hairlines visible under strong light • No major scratches or feelable marks Playback is reported as clear and enjoyable, with no significant issues. ⸻ Final Remarks A very solid and increasingly collectible UK mono pressing of Help!, offering: • -2 / -2 early matrices • Clean original flipback sleeve • Original Emitex inner sleeve included • Strong and balanced VG++ / VG+ condition Copies combining clean presentation, correct early features, and strong playback remain highly desirable among collectors.