Was appetite for destruction banned cover ever released on CD?

Yes, the original cover of Guns N' Roses' "Appetite for Destruction" was banned and replaced with a more subdued design featuring a cross and a skull. However, the original cover art has been included in some special editions and reissues of the album. While it may not have been widely available on CD upon its initial release, it has since been featured in various formats and releases, including box sets.