This 1972 debut LP is where the legend began. And now, a VMG graded 9.0 NM yellow-label pressing is available in the largest graded vinyl auction to date, hosted by Goldin. This piece of early metal and hard rock history offers more than nostalgia — it’s a rare, investment-worthy collectible for serious collectors and alternative asset investors alike. 🎯 Explore the listing: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://goldin.co/item/1972-elf-vinyl-record-yellow-label-vmg-nm-9-0imksm">https://goldin.co/item/1972-elf-vinyl-record-yellow-label-vmg-nm-9-0imksm</a>

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Welcome to the Vinyl Grading &amp; Collecting Group A home for serious collectors, crate diggers, and audiophile investors. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.vmgvinyl.com">www.vmgvinyl.com</a> This group is dedicated to the art, history, and preservation of vinyl records—with a strong emphasis on grading, variants, high-value pressings, and the growing world of vinyl as a collectible and investible asset. Whether you're here to showcase your top slabs, get opinions on condition, learn how to spot a first press, or just talk shop—we're glad you're spinning with us. Expect posts on: Grading tips (professional and DIY) Rare pressings &amp; variants worth chasing Storage &amp; preservation techniques Market trends and pricing insights Vinyl as an alternative asset class Community submissions and slab reveals 🔍💿 This space is powered by Vintage Media Grading, a group of passionate collectors, and is open to anyone—from seasoned archivists to newcomers looking to start strong. Just keep it respectful, on-topic, and always vinyl-forward. Let’s preserve the groove—one record at a time.

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