Artist: Elvis Presley
Title: Elvis Presley (Self-Titled Debut LP)
Label/Catalog Number: RCA Victor LPM-1254
Year: 1956 (True First Pressing / Mono)
Inclusions: Cardboard Jacket Cover ONLY (No Vinyl Disc, No Inner Sleeve)

Up for sale is an authentic, original 1956 first-edition cardboard jacket for Elvis Presley's landmark self-titled debut album on RCA Victor. This is a highly sought-after "Ad-Back" variation, complete with the famous biographical text and portrait gallery on the reverse side.

Please note that this listing is for the jacket only. It is an ideal acquisition for a collector looking to house an orphan original 1956 vinyl disc or for anyone seeking a premium piece of mid-century rock-and-roll display art.

FRONT JACKET CONDITION:
The front cover features the iconic William V. "Popsie" Randolph photo framed by bold pink and green lettering. The graphics remain sharp and vivid with excellent color preservation. The jacket shows typical vintage surface wear, minor ring scuffing on the black background, and some light edge fraying.

BACK JACKET CONDITION:
The reverse features the correct 1956 copyright line and the complete technical advisory box detailing RCA's "New Orthophonic" High Fidelity system and "Gruve/Gard" technology. The text and photos are clean and legible. There is prominent period pencil handwriting across the top white margin (including vintage names and number notations).

SEAMS, SPINE & CORNERS:
There is a notable seam split along the top left edge that has been historically stabilized with a strip of clear tape. The bottom seam and main spine show standard cardboard wear and aging but remain stable. Corners show moderate blunting and minor fraying.

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