A vintage 1973 U.S. first pressing of Aerosmith’s self-titled debut album (Columbia PC-32005) featuring “Dream On.”
Key Features: • Vinyl: Clean with minor hairline scratches on one side; plays beautifully with no skips → VG+ • Label: Original reddish-orange with yellow-orange lettering → authentic 1973 first pressing • Matrix / Etching: • Side 1: P AL-32005-2B, hand-etched “T”, opposite side L/1 with tiny dot • Side 2: P BL-32005-2B, hand-etched “T”, opposite side “c” • Track listing quirks: Minor spacing irregularities on song titles, normal for early pressings
Cover Condition: • Open seams on three sides; spine intact • Minor water damage along the top above the title • Shows general wear consistent with age (VG‑)
Sleeve / Extras: • Likely original inner sleeve, aged to tan, adds collector value • No replacements
Why it’s collectible: • Early first pressing from 1973 with classic Columbia orange/yellow label • Original dead-wax etchings, vinyl plays clean • A great addition for classic rock collectors or fans of Aerosmith’s early work
Shipping: • Carefully packaged with cardboard stiffeners • Inner sleeve stays with record