1980 Lp Appraisal

Strawberry Shortcake in Big Apple City Original Soundtrack (1980) Vinyl LP

This item is an original soundtrack vinyl record album for 'Strawberry Shortcake in Big Apple City,' dating from 1980. The album cover is a square-shaped cardboard sleeve, approximately 12.375 inches by 12.375 inches, typical for a 12-inch LP. The primary color of the cover is a vibrant red, featuring a whimsical illustration of Strawberry Shortcake and her friends in a city setting. The title 'Original Soundtrack Strawberry Shortcake in BIG APPLE CITY' is prominently displayed with a playful font, with 'BIG APPLE CITY' in large yellow block letters making up a significant portion of the cover's design. Various Strawberry Shortcake characters are depicted, including Strawberry Shortcake herself, Apple Dumplin', Huckleberry Pie, and other familiar characters, all in their signature fruit-themed attire. They are shown against a backdrop of colorful, stylized buildings and urban elements, such as a traffic light on a pole labeled 'Park West 5 Avenue'. The overall condition appears to be lightly used, consistent with the provided context. There are visible signs of wear, such as some corner rounding and edge wear on the bottom right corner, suggesting handling over the years. The surface of the cover may have minor scratches or scuffs, though the image clarity does not allow for a definitive assessment. The colors, while still vibrant, may show slight fading or discoloration from age. The seam along the bottom edge appears to have some creasing or slight separation. The bottom border of the cover lists song titles, including 'What A Day,' 'Big Apple City,' 'New Friends,' 'Bake Off,' and 'Strawberry Land,' indicating the tracklist. The reverse side, which is not visible, would likely contain additional track information, credits, and potentially a barcode or further artwork. The album's vintage nature is evident in its graphics and the format itself, reflecting the popular children's media of the early 1980s.