The Rolling Stones – Through the Past, Darkly | 1969 UK Stereo LP, Octagonal Sleeve

A distinctive Stones compilation in the celebrated octagonal gatefold sleeve, bringing together Jumpin’ Jack Flash, Ruby Tuesday, Street Fighting Man and Honky Tonk Women. The colourful artwork and early blue unboxed Decca labels make this an appealing collector’s copy.

Year: 1969
Format: 12-inch vinyl LP, 33 RPM, stereo
Label: Decca
Catalogue: SKL 5019
Matrix: XZAL-9067P-1W / XZAL-9068P-2W (supplied note)

Condition:
Vinyl VG+: retains gloss with light surface marks.
Sleeve VG: the octagonal artwork presents well, with edge/corner wear, creasing and rubbing, including wear to the inner panels.

Pressing & collector details: Early UK stereo issue with blue unboxed Decca ffss labels and 1W/2W cuts. The shaped gatefold includes its Brian Jones tribute, a characteristic feature of this memorable 1969 compilation.