450 €
Estimated vinyl value [2026 Valuation]
Technical Identification Sheet
| RELEASE NUMBER (Discogs ID) | 382877 |
| Excel File Row | 187 |
| Date Added to Archive | 27/09/2026, 14:01:35 |
| Pressing Year | 1971 |
| Pressing Type (Press) | 1ST |
| Country of Pressing | UK |
| Record Label | Apple |
| Stereo / Mono | STEREO |
| Catalogue Number | PAS 10004 |
| Barcode | N/A |
| Matrix / Runout Side A | YEX 855-1U RAA 7 ("PORKY SIDE 1 = George Peckham mastering = PECKO SIDE 2") |
| Matrix / Runout Side B | YEX 866-1U RPH 2 (PECKO) |
| Sleeve Condition | M |
| Media Condition | M |
| Inner Sleeve Condition | M |
| Genre | Pop/Rock |
| External Link | View Original Release ↗ |
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Story & Background
The original cover of "Imagine" from 1971 is famous for its blurred photo of John Lennon. Taken by Yoko Ono at Tittenhurst Park, his estate, the image captures a dreamy and reflective aura, perfectly in line with the utopian and peaceful message of the title track. This aesthetic choice was not accidental, but intended to suggest an idea of introspection, almost an inner journey. The blur created an ethereal effect that perfectly matched the desire for a world without borders and divisions, a visual expression of the Lennonian vision. The intimate setting of his home reinforced the deeply personal nature of the album, oscillating between social commitment and vulnerability.
This first pressing preserves intact the historical integrity and artistic intent of a work that has become a global symbol of peace.