It might take a little longer to reach here but what a release! Would've been a monster at Rock City in the 90's and will be in 2020. Top work Dave, the background info frames it perfectly x
I’ve always had top quality service and bought some great 45s from Anglo American. I bid (unsuccessfully) last night with no issues.
As the top bid takes a while to update particularly at the close of the auction don’t take the current high bid as the one to beat. It may well have gone higher so give it your best shot.
I see no real issue with artist/group autographs from the time of original release. They were often given away at live gigs and as promotional copies and I think add providence.
I really don’t like contemporary signatures from recent weekenders or live performances from artists in their late 60s/70s. Much better to get the sleeve signed! The Frank Wilson signature is horrific and nothing short of criminal.