Philadelphia Soul Appraisal

Billy Paul - When, Love, Is New (1975 Vinyl LP)

This item is a 12-inch vinyl LP record, specifically the album by Billy Paul titled 'When, Love, Is New'. The record is housed in its original album jacket, which features a prominent photograph of Billy Paul himself. The album cover presents Billy Paul reclining on a collection of vibrantly patterned pillows, indicative of 1970s aesthetics. The background color of the cover appears to be dark, possibly black or dark brown, with the artist's name 'Billy Paul' and the album title 'When, Love, Is New' printed in ornate script on the right side. The overall dimensions of the jacket are standard for a 12-inch LP, approximately 12.375 x 12.375 inches. The material is typically cardboard, coated with a glossy or semi-glossy finish. Visible condition issues on the cover include general surface scuffs and areas of faint discoloration, particularly on the white fabric of Billy Paul's attire in the image, suggesting handling and storage wear. There's also some apparent ring wear or indentation from the record itself along the edges, common for older vinyl sleeves. The corners and edges show minor fraying or bluntness. A small, yellow square logo is discernible on the bottom left corner of the cover, likely a record label identifier. Given the provided context, the item was manufactured in 1975, placing it firmly within the mid-1970s soul and R&B era. The description 'very lightly used' suggests that both the record and its sleeve are in good to very good condition for their age, with minimal significant damage beyond typical aging and handling. The craftsmanship is standard for mass-produced record albums of the period, with a focus on prominent artist imagery and clear titling.