Elton John Album Appraisal

Elton John 'A Single Man' Vinyl Record Album

This is a 12-inch vinyl record LP titled 'A Single Man' by artist Elton John, released in 1978. The item consists of the cardboard outer sleeve featuring a high-quality color lithographic print. The cover art depicts Elton John in a distinctive yellow or chartreuse textured blazer, black shirt, and sunglasses, with his hand held out in a 'stop' gesture. The sleeve is constructed from standard medium-weight cardstock typical of late 1970s commercial music releases. Notable features include the gold-link bracelet visible on the artist's wrist and the 'Michael Ross' designer credit in the bottom right corner. Regarding condition, the sleeve shows minor compression at the corners and slight edge wear, particularly along the bottom. There is no visible sign of heavy ring wear or moisture damage, indicating relatively good storage conditions. The color saturation remains vibrant. This specific album was produced during Elton John's transition period in the late 70s and was manufactured under the Rocket Record Company label (distributed by MCA or Phonogram depending on the region). The printing quality is sharp, reflecting the high production standards for major-label pop releases of that era.