Lot 368. Test Pressing of Now Im HereLily of the Valley

Sold Stock #189864 | Sold May 18 2026

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Music Memorabilia Live Auction: London Spring 2026

Lot # 368. Test Pressing of "Now I'm Here/Lily of the Valley"

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A test pressing of Queen's double-A-side single "Now I'm Here/Lily of the Valley". It was released in the UK in 1975, and both songs feature on the 1974 album Sheer Heart Attack. This lot originally came from the archive of British DJ John Peel.

The black vinyl disc features a white label on each side with recording details handwritten in blue ink. It is dated "17.1.75" and displays the text "EMI 2256". The disc comes in a plain die-cut sleeve with "Queen" written by Peel in the top left corner. There are minor marks on the labels and light signs of discolouration around the sleeve edges. Dimensions: 18.5 cm x 18.5 cm x 0.5 cm (7.25" x 7.25" x 0.25")

Additional Provenance:

Lot 72, Bonhams Live In Session Property From The John Peel Archive Auction on 14 and 15 June 2022.

Estimate: £2,000 - 4,000 † Δ

Size

Item size: 7.28" × 7.19" × 0.2" (18.5cm × 18.25cm × 0.5cm)

This item comes with a Propstore Certificate of Authenticity

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