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The Beatles - Rubber Soul (Parlophone 3C 062-04115, c. 1970s) Italian Pressing, Blue Cloud Label

Italian vinyl pressing of The Beatles' Rubber Soul album on a blue cloud Parlophone label with catalog number 3C 062-04115. - view 1
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Estimated value

$25 - $60

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

Category

Vinyl Records

Brand

Parlophone

Era

c. 1972-1979

Origin

🇮🇹 Italy

Artist / Creator

The Beatles

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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THE BEATLES - RUBBER SOUL (PARLOPHONE 3C 062-04115, C. 1970S) ITALIAN PRESSING, BLUE CLOUD LABEL: IDENTIFICATION

This is a 12-inch vinyl LP of The Beatles' sixth studio album, Rubber Soul. It features the distinctive Italian 'Blue Cloud' Parlophone label design, which was utilized by EMI Italiana S.p.A. for mid-1970s reissues. The catalog number 3C 062-04115 is clearly visible on the right side of the spindle hole. This specific variant includes the S.I.A.E. (Società Italiana degli Autori ed Editori) rights society stamp on the left, a standard mark for post-1970 Italian music releases.

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CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

British Invasion1965

The departure from the band's earlier pop-rock sound into folk-rock and psychedelic influences.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •The dedicated listening session, often associated with observing the visual nuances of regional label variations.

Meaning Through Time

1970s

During this period, these Italian reissues made high-fidelity stereo recordings globally accessible as original 1965 mono pressings became scarce.

PRESSING HISTORY

Rubber Soul was originally released in 1965, but this Italian pressing dates to the mid-1970s, specifically between 1972 and 1979, identifiable by the blue-tinted cloud background on the Parlophone label. Italy's transition from the standard silver/black Parlophone label to this 'Azure' design was ...
Rubber Soul was originally released in 1965, but this Italian pressing dates to the mid-1970s, specifically between 1972 and 1979, identifiable by the blue-tinted cloud background on the Parlophone label. Italy's transition from the standard silver/black Parlophone label to this 'Azure' design was unique to EMI's Italian manufacturing plants during this decade. The 062 price code suffix indicates a standard retail tier for EMI releases in the European market during the mid-70s.

COLLECTOR NOTES

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The S.I.A.E. mark visible on this label was only introduced in 1970 to replace the earlier S.E.D.R.I.M. stamp on Italian records.

SCARCITY

Ordinary40-55%
CommonLegendary

Standard antiques commonly found at estate sales and flea markets. Plentiful supply meets modest demand.

Rarity 3/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 3 vinyl items at rarity 3 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Moderate production runs
  • Common at estate sales
  • Entry-level collectibles

Confidence Factors

  • Label typography and font alignment match documented EMI Italiana 1970s reissues
  • Presence of authentic machine-stamped S.I.A.E. logo from the appropriate era
How does authenticity detection work?

AUDIOPHILE'S ASSESSMENT

Record Collector & Pressing Specialist

Vinyl Expert

High confidence due to clear visibility of the catalog number, S.I.A.E. stamp, and regional-specific label design which allows for a very specific pressing identification.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Catalog number 3C 062-04115 confirms a 1970s Italian reissue
  • 2Blue cloud 'Azure' label design is diagnostic of Italian EMI pressings from the mid-70s
  • 3S.I.A.E. stamp identifies the rights society active during the production window
  • 4Stereo designation printed above the catalog number indicates the 1965 stereo mix
  • 5The presence of 'Drive My Car' as Track 1 confirms the UK/International tracklisting used in Italy (unlike the US version)

UNCERTAINTIES

  • •Heavy surface smudging makes visual detection of deep scratches difficult
  • •Incorrect outer sleeve (Revolver) is visible beneath the Rubber Soul disc

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Check the matrix numbers in the dead wax (e.g., 04115-A) to determine exact lacquer cutting
  • →Clean the playing surface with a carbon fiber brush to reveal true groove condition
  • →Confirm the presence of the correct gatefold or single sleeve for this 3C 062 series

CONDITION & GRADE

VG / VG

Grading breakdown

Vinyl is visually graded as Very Good (VG) due to visible surface smudging and light scuffs that likely produce minor surface noise. The sleeve, visible in the background, shows shelf wear and light ring wear consistent with a VG grade.

Condition

The vinyl surface shows significant smudging and fingerprints which may obscure fine hairlines. There is visible dust accumulation in the grooves, particularly near the lead-in wax. The label is intact with minor spindle wear around the center hole.

RECORD MARKET VALUE

$25 - $60

Updated: May 10, 2026

Who buys this

Beatles completionists searching for regional label variations and European audiophiles looking for affordable 1970s stereo pressings.

What increases value

  • •Unique Italian 'Blue Cloud' label aesthetics
  • •Stereo mix quality common to mid-70s EMI pressings
  • •Condition of original Italian inner liners or sleeves

What lowers value

  • •Surface noise caused by visible heavy debris and smudging
  • •Lack of unique UK 'flipback' sleeve construction
  • •High availability compared to original 1965 first pressings

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Unplayed (Mint) status with crisp, sharp label edges
  • •Presence of the original 'Successi' or EMI marketing inner sleeve
  • •Early matrix suffix numbers (-1 or -2)

Grade & condition

Presence of surface hairlines, spindle marks on the label, and ring wear on the outer jacket.

Rarity & demand

OrdinaryModerate demandSells quickly
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