Cassette Tape Appraisal

Phil Collins - Serious Hits... Live! Cassette Tape

This item is a compact audio cassette tape, housed within a standard clear plastic case. The cassette's j-card, which is visible through the transparent case, features the artist's name, "PHIL COLLINS," prominently displayed at the top in dark, possibly black or dark brown, capital letters against a beige or aged paper-colored background. Beneath the artist's name, a central image depicts a large concert stage bathed in dramatic blue lighting, with what appears to be a large, elaborately lit circular structure above the performers, and a dense crowd of concertgoers visible below. The overall impression is a live performance setting. At the bottom of the j-card, the album title "SERIOUS HITS... LIVE!" is printed, also in dark lettering. Notably, there are small, repeating graphic elements resembling carousel horses or rocking horses flanking the word "LIVE!", contributing to the 'serious hits' aesthetic. The j-card itself appears to be made of paper, possibly slightly discolored or textured to give an aged appearance. The clear plastic cassette case shows some signs of wear, including minor scuffs or scratches consistent with typical handling and storage over time. One corner of the case, specifically the top left, appears slightly chipped or worn, indicating minor physical damage. The item appears to be from the late 20th century, likely the late 1980s or early 1990s, given the prominence of cassette tapes during that era and the specific album release date. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced music media.