Sex Pistols - Never Mind The Bollocks (UK) – Rare Virgin "Sample" Copy – A7/B7 Early 12-Track Pressing - LP - Promo pressing - 1977
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UK promotional sample copy of Never Mind The Bollocks by Sex Pistols, Virgin Records V 2086, 1977, early 12-track A7/B7 pressing including Submission, original inner sleeve, rear sleeve sticker 'Sample – Not For Sale', VG+ sleeves and VG+ vinyl.
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An exceptionally interesting original 1977 UK Promotional / sample copy of Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols on Virgin Records (V 2086), featuring the early A7 / B7 matrix combination and a rare original Virgin "Sample – Not For Sale" promotional sticker on the rear sleeve. This is far more unusual than standard commercial issues.
The earliest UK copies of Never Mind The Bollocks initially contained only 11 tracks, with Submission omitted from the LP itself. Virgin quickly revised the album, and the first wave of conventional 12-track copies began appearing shortly afterwards with matrix combinations including A7/B7 and A9/B9. This copy belongs to that very early 12-track production period. The A7/B7 combination is particularly interesting because it appears during the rapid transition from the original 11-track version to the now-familiar 12-track album. Collector documentation notes that some A7/B7 copies appeared while Virgin was still working through original sleeve and label stock, creating a fascinating variety of early UK configurations. The rear sleeve carries an original Virgin "Sample – Not For Sale" sticker, identifying this example as a promotional / demonstration copy rather than an ordinary retail copy. Promotional Sex Pistols material from this original Virgin period is particularly sought after, and surviving copies retaining their original record-company sample markings are far less commonly encountered than standard commercial issues.
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Sleeve (VG+):
The iconic Jamie Reid sleeve remains structurally strong and presents very well overall. There is some light age-related handling and normal edge and corner wear, but no major structural damage. Most importantly, the original Virgin promotional "Sample – Not For Sale" sticker remains present on the rear, giving this copy considerably more collector interest than a standard commercial example → VG+
Inner Sleeve:
Original inner sleeve included.
Vinyl (VG+):
The vinyl retains a beautiful deep gloss and presents very nicely overall. There are several small superficial hairlines visible under strong light, but importantly these are not feelable. There is no significant heavy playwear or deep scratching. The record sits comfortably at VG+ and visually approaches EX in places → VG+
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Details
* UK pressing, 1977
* Virgin Records V 2086
* Early 12-track configuration (includes Submission)
* A7 / B7 matrix combination
* Original promotional sample copy with Virgin "Sample – Not For Sale" sticker
* Original inner sleeve included
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Matrix / Stampers
* Side 1: V 2086 A7
* Side 2: V 2086 B7
Seller's Story
The Vinyl Atelier is run by Lars & Mees, two passionate record collectors from the Netherlands. We carefully source collectible vinyl, with a focus on rare pressings, iconic artists and special editions. Every record is personally inspected, graded and photographed, with honest descriptions and careful packaging. Our goal is simple: offering great records to collectors worldwide with the quality and service we would expect ourselves.
Translated by Google TranslateAn exceptionally interesting original 1977 UK Promotional / sample copy of Never Mind The Bollocks, Here's The Sex Pistols on Virgin Records (V 2086), featuring the early A7 / B7 matrix combination and a rare original Virgin "Sample – Not For Sale" promotional sticker on the rear sleeve. This is far more unusual than standard commercial issues.
The earliest UK copies of Never Mind The Bollocks initially contained only 11 tracks, with Submission omitted from the LP itself. Virgin quickly revised the album, and the first wave of conventional 12-track copies began appearing shortly afterwards with matrix combinations including A7/B7 and A9/B9. This copy belongs to that very early 12-track production period. The A7/B7 combination is particularly interesting because it appears during the rapid transition from the original 11-track version to the now-familiar 12-track album. Collector documentation notes that some A7/B7 copies appeared while Virgin was still working through original sleeve and label stock, creating a fascinating variety of early UK configurations. The rear sleeve carries an original Virgin "Sample – Not For Sale" sticker, identifying this example as a promotional / demonstration copy rather than an ordinary retail copy. Promotional Sex Pistols material from this original Virgin period is particularly sought after, and surviving copies retaining their original record-company sample markings are far less commonly encountered than standard commercial issues.
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Sleeve (VG+):
The iconic Jamie Reid sleeve remains structurally strong and presents very well overall. There is some light age-related handling and normal edge and corner wear, but no major structural damage. Most importantly, the original Virgin promotional "Sample – Not For Sale" sticker remains present on the rear, giving this copy considerably more collector interest than a standard commercial example → VG+
Inner Sleeve:
Original inner sleeve included.
Vinyl (VG+):
The vinyl retains a beautiful deep gloss and presents very nicely overall. There are several small superficial hairlines visible under strong light, but importantly these are not feelable. There is no significant heavy playwear or deep scratching. The record sits comfortably at VG+ and visually approaches EX in places → VG+
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Details
* UK pressing, 1977
* Virgin Records V 2086
* Early 12-track configuration (includes Submission)
* A7 / B7 matrix combination
* Original promotional sample copy with Virgin "Sample – Not For Sale" sticker
* Original inner sleeve included
⸻
Matrix / Stampers
* Side 1: V 2086 A7
* Side 2: V 2086 B7
Seller's Story
The Vinyl Atelier is run by Lars & Mees, two passionate record collectors from the Netherlands. We carefully source collectible vinyl, with a focus on rare pressings, iconic artists and special editions. Every record is personally inspected, graded and photographed, with honest descriptions and careful packaging. Our goal is simple: offering great records to collectors worldwide with the quality and service we would expect ourselves.
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Era
1900-2000
Artist/band (max 3)
Sex Pistols
Record title
Never Mind The Bollocks (UK) – Rare Virgin "Sample" Copy – A7/B7 Early 12-Track Pressing
Number of objects
1
Release country
United Kingdom
Release year (oldest)
1977
Case/sleeve condition
Very Good Plus (VG+)
Pressing
Promo pressing
Media condition
Very Good Plus (VG+)
Genre
Punk
Includes
Original inner sleeve
Record label
Virgin Records
Record label number
V 2086
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