Ultra-rare South Rhodesian pressing of the Beatles’ classic double A-side single, featuring We Can Work It Out and Day Tripper. This edition carries the black Parlophone label with bold “45 R.P.M.” text and the distinctive tri-centre design.

Both sides are hand-etched “Made in S. Rhodesia” in the dead wax — the definitive indicator of an authentic Rhodesian pressing rather than a South African. Produced in tiny quantities for the local colonial market, these records were distributed through EMI’s Rhodesian branch and are now among the rarest African Beatles issues known.

Surviving copies are seldom seen, with very few escaping the country’s humid climate and limited circulation.

Condition:

Sleeve: Generic white sleeve (not original)

Vinyl: G

Label: Parlophone – 45-SPD 372
Country: South Rhodesia
Year: 1965
“Made in S. Rhodesia” etched
Grading: G