1960s Folk Album Appraisal

Peter, Paul and Mary (Self-Titled Album)

This item is a vintage vinyl record album, specifically the self-titled debut album by the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary. The album cover features a group photograph of the three musicians against a brick wall backdrop. Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey are standing on either side of Mary Travers, who is seated on a stool holding a basket of yellow flowers. Both men are holding acoustic guitars. Above them, a heart shape is drawn on the brick wall, enclosing the initials 'P.P.&M.' The album title 'Peter, Paul and Mary' is prominently displayed in colorful, stylized lettering, with 'Peter,' in light blue, 'Paul' in purple, and 'and Mary' in green/teal. The top right corner of the album features the Warner Bros. Records logo, along with '1449 - HIGH FIDELITY' and 'STEREO' indicating it's a stereo pressing. The overall condition of the album cover appears to be fair to good, with some visible wear around the edges and corners, consistent with age and handling. There is a small dark spot or stain on the top edge near the 'STEREO' text. The colors of the cover art remain relatively vibrant, but there is some dust or fading visible in certain areas. This album is a classic example of folk music from the early 1960s, a significant period in American music history. The album cover's design reflects the aesthetic of that era, emphasizing simplicity and a slightly bohemian charm. The craftsmanship of the album cover itself is typical for a mid-20th century record, likely constructed from printed cardboard. No specific manufacturer's marks beyond the record label are clearly visible, but Warner Bros. Records was a prominent label. The estimated age is early 1960s, specifically 1962 when this album was first released.