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How much is my record worth?

Updated 15 May 2004

Not as much as you think, probably. Generally, old (more than 5 years) limited edition releases may be worth more than you paid if they are in mint condition. Don’t be fooled by exorbitant prices in record shops; it’s easy to slap a $100 price tag on a record, but much harder to actually find somebody willing to pay that much.

Particularly rare Erasure recordings include the limited Heavenly Action 12″ and the Crackers International II limited CD and 12″.

85 Responses to “How much is my record worth?”

  1. daryl Says:

    hay i was just wondering ive recently been sold a few vinyls i have come accreoss a rather odd one its multi coloured and just looks like someone has thrown multicoloured paint over it… it is called david and galiath and is set at 78 rpm is this weird and how much is it willing to be worth i think its acctualy the story of it on a 7 inch vynil as it says narated byedmond blakemen so i think it may well be the story .. also it says that it it includes full cast and orchestra so wot do you think this will be worth thanks for your yime daz

  2. Bennett Says:

    Interesting question — and an interesting record you have there! Sounds like what they call “speckled” vinyl. It doesn’t sound especially valuable unless there’s an Edward Blakeman Fan Club or something similar.

    Hmm, a 78RPM 7″ single? That would have to be pretty short, no more than a few minutes. Strange. And presumably, not related to Erasure in any way. Nice diversion anyway.

  3. stow Says:

    i have an elis presly picture 45′ on an ‘rca’ lable (rcap1028) pb60046 its pictured both sides with jail house rock, teddy bear,dont be crule, burning love and suspicious minds.. its an elvis special 25th anniversary edition… i do not no how much this single is worth..can anyone tell me please ………………. stow

  4. Ariel Says:

    I have aquestion. My Grandmother left me these Disneyland Records that have stories and songs. They are 45 RPM and I think they were made in 1935? Are they worth anything?

  5. Miguel Marrero Says:

    I have very old lp’s regular, 45’s, and others given to me. and I am wondering how much they are worth, and who collects these records. Most are in very good condition. I need to know soon as i am moving soon. Thank you.

  6. Patricia Says:

    Not related to Erasure, but thought I’d pick your brains… Bought a punk EP at auction; when I opened it the record was correct but the centre label was weird. The label should have been “Cherry Red” (UK), but this one was all French “Societe Nouvelle Areacem Echantillon” with no mention of the artist or EP title. Hand-written in ballpoint ink “12 Cherry 82″ on one side plus some other writing I cannot decipher. A friend suggested this may be a test pressing. Is this a rare and/or valuable type of vinyl record?

  7. Bennett Says:

    That punk EP does sound like a test pressing. Probably rare, but not necessarily valuable. An Erasure test pressing, on the other hand, would be worth a dollar or two…

  8. Patty Says:

    I have a LP by Elvis Presley titled Moody Blues The record is also blue in color I was wondering what it is worth.

  9. Bennett Says:

    Sorry, I don’t feel qualified to answer questions about the King’s recordings. Surely there must be a few websites out there that could help.

  10. Dino X Says:

    I have alot of limited editions, White labels, promo’s etc etc Hard to get records I just Saw on Discogs that a record that I also have is being sold for 30 EURO!

    I think I Have very pricy tracks.. Its all HIPHOUSE, OLD SKOOL, HOUSE,Techno, Trance, POP, Rap, 2 Step, DnB etc etc I even have a record of DAVID BOWIE…. alot of classics from 1978 till now…

    My Question..Ho Do I Know That I have a Record that’s pricy?? Can someone help me with a link where I can find these records online and what my price tag should when selling them??

    PLease help anyone!

    Regards,
    Dino X

  11. Sondra Says:

    I have Los Lobos first album on vinyl (just another band from East LA) it is from the first run (vista) It is a limited vinyl…a very small amount were pressed back in 1978, its in pretty good condition and I have all the band members signatures on it. I wondering how much it is worth signed, if you dont feel qualified to answer maybe could you direct me to someone who you think could or maybe a website…I cant find anything.

    Thank you,

    Sondra

  12. Rich Nolan Says:

    Have a Beatle album in mint condition.Vee Jay label,introducing the beatles,stereophonic.Can you tell me how much it’s worth? and t
    The buddy holly story on epic label in mint condition.thank you.

  13. Christine Sewell Says:

    Hi

    I have just bought a Pink Floyd record The Screaming Abdab - Live at Wembley. Wizardo records - blue label. Does anyone know what it may be worth? Many thanks.

  14. stevie Says:

    hey i have got some old records here made in 1977-1980 and well i wanna find out how much they would be worth if i sold them

  15. Delane Says:

    I have a Bruce Springsteen record (Born in the USA) never been opened. Does anyone know how much it may be worth?

  16. Arran Says:

    I have the original Led Zeppelin IV album. Mint condition…actually unopened. I also have Coda, Physical Graffiti, and Houses of the Holy. Those are all opoened though, but in really good shape. How much might those be worth?

  17. emily Says:

    my grandmother has this real old record it the white album the 2 record are white it the beatles she was wanting to know how much is it really worth and it in very good shape please help us out tell us how much it really worth

  18. dillon Says:

    i have an acdc original for those about to rock vinyl , april wine nature of the beast , ToTo , meatloaf bat out of hell and a bon jovi slippery when wet still in packaging does anyone know how much any of them arew worth ?

  19. brian Says:

    I have come across a funky little thing myself and was wondering about value or just plain info. It is a pink floyd album take linda surfin Wizardo records made in great britain says this wizardo stereo album was recorded from a london concert in early 1970 (bootleg i assume) # wr-007. two long songs side 1 a saucerful of secrets 18:50, side 2 atom heart mother 28:47 . the label on record is hand written looks like red marker song lines are empty with caption (fill in songs here) and also (hit bound) and the kicker it has a perfect official paper cosmic whistle in sleeve (its orange) any info on value or info in general, record is close to perfect jacket has some wear. thank you

  20. Alan H Says:

    I have got a LP Record by THE BEATLES - A Hard Days Night, the cover has got 20 little squars on it with a band members face in each one, the number on the Record is PMC1230, Its also in ok condition , is this worth anything.

    My e-mail address is : Chief_ton_yan@hotmail.co.uk

  21. Charlotte Says:

    I have a copy of MEET THE BEATLES and A HARD DAY’S NIGHT. Both were bought new when they first came out in the 60’s. I don’t know if they are in real good shape. I don’t have any way to play them. I also have 10 Elvis Presley albums, including BLUE HAWAII and GIRLS! GIRLS! GIRLS! and a live album and several gospel albums. Please let me know if these are worth anything.

  22. ANN Says:

    I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT SOME OF MY OLD RECORD ALBUMS ARE WORTH TODAY??? ROCKIN ROLL 50′S AND …MAHINTON@JOIMAIL.COM

  23. Bennett Says:

    I have several old LPs by bands other than Erasure, including the Beatles’ “Magical Mystery Tour”, and I would be interested in finding out how much they are worth. But this website, the Erasure FAQ, is not the right place to ask. Generally, pretty much any old LP has no resale value.

  24. davina Says:

    hi there i have been given around 50 old vinyl records, these are including the beatles1967 to 1970 andcaptain fantastic- elton john these records are in mint condition and i was wondering is there any value to them.

  25. gill gilkazz@hotmail.com Says:

    Hi , I recenrlt went to a “second hand shop” and bought a 33 of Elvis Presley’s 33 record by RCA import from France, it is in near mint shape and has no visible scratches on both sides ,it’s from 1961 and recorded in France and is Titled “Good Rockin Tonight a 33 on RCA 130.252 standard.I cant seem to locate a copy on the internet and would like to no what it might be worth, it’s anice one and in ex shape, please let me know what kind of price would fit it ,I can be reached @ gilkazz@hotmail.com Regards and happy vinyl times….. G

  26. DARIUS Says:

    i have a Elvis comemortive album which is limited edition and a few others like “seperate ways”
    “lets be friends”
    “Elvis and the GI blues”
    “Elvis”
    and “Elvis recorded at Madison Square Garden”
    and i have 1 record from the beatles call “the beatles story”
    i would like to know what would they be going for if i was to sell them
    i can be contacted @ Majorcoins718@aol.com

  27. sean pegross Says:

    i have some stuff you would not belive.
    a telephone call is required for he information i have to share.i would have called you,yet i see no direct listing as to how to contact you.
    thank you
    sean
    12486400019

  28. James Alana Says:

    I have a 4 album set of “Al Jolson” songs he made famous, put out by Decca records with such songs as You made me love you(L-4128,album #A469)and April Showers(L-3913,album #A469) can you please let me know if it’s worth anything.
    Thanks

  29. Joanne Rodger Says:

    i have a limited edition interview picture disk by RATT in mint condition and was wondering if it is worth anything

  30. simon C Says:

    I have the special edition of Who needs love like that (Mexican Mix) on Vinyl I heard it was supposed to be fairly rare,it is in very good condition.I do have that Heavenly action 12″ also,but im not usre of its condition as we couldnt move the rubbish in the loft out of the way

  31. gail Says:

    I have an album on Vee Jay label “introducing the Beatle” Can you tell me how much it is worth? It is in very good condition

  32. sandra wells Says:

    I have an original 45 of Dear Mr. President (Reb Rebel Records-has 2 rebel flags on it) by Happy Fats and a original 45 of Flight NAACP 105 (Rebel) by sons of Mississippi. Any idea what they might be worth? Thanks

  33. Tony L Says:

    What would a original copy of Meet the Beatles and The Beatles album worth

  34. pauline Says:

    I have a Beetles single with four songs on,its in a case with picture of thr fab four on it. Just wondering if its worth anything?

  35. pauline Says:

    I have a Beetles single with four songs on,its in a case with picture of thr fab four on it. Just wondering if its worth anything?

  36. D. Jennings Says:

    I have two 78 albums without the covers. The first one is a Decca record label. The artist is Al Jolson. Side A is “California here I come.” Side B is “Rock-A- Your Baby With A Dixie Melody”. The second album is the Coral label. The artist is Kenny Roberts. Side A is “Wedding Bells”. Side be is “I never see Maggie Alone”.

    What are these two albums worth if anything?

  37. D. Jennings Says:

    Sorry I gave the wrong email address for the two albums. Decca & Coral. Here is the correct one.

  38. Keith Says:

    i have some records they are 45s and include Kc and the sunshine band laura brandigan billy joel the beegees robert palmer and loverboy also the police could you please give me an idea on what they are worth

  39. mack Says:

    beatles albums worth

  40. mack Says:

    beatles albums worth

  41. Cindy F. Says:

    Hi, I am not a record collector, but I have about 23 albums and would like to find the value of these :
    1. The Sound of Johnny Cash - 1962
    2. Marty’s Greatest Hits ( Marty Robbins )
    3. Dave Dudley - 1965
    4. Marvin Rainwater with Wade Holmes
    5. The Best of Merle Haggard - 1972
    6. Ray Price’s Greatest Hits
    7. The Best of Jim Reeves Vol. II - 1966
    8. The Latin Magic of Eddie Cano & his Orchestra
    9. Lefty Frizzell, Saginaw Michigan
    10. Blue & Lonesome - George Jones
    11. Marty Robbins R.F.D.
    12. Johnny Cash - I Walk the Line
    13. George Jones & Melba Montgomery - 1963
    14. Johnny Paycheck, Armed & Crazy - 1978
    15. Marty Robbins Greatest Hits Vol. III
    16. Andy Williams, Moon River - 1962
    17. Johnny Horton Greatest Hits
    18. George JOnes sings Country & Western HIts
    19. Jerry Lee Lewis , Rural Route # 1 - 1972
    20. The New Favorites of George Jones

    These are all with covers in good condition. I would REALLY appreciate any help anyone could give me as to find the value of these. my e-mail is budlght_gal@yahoo.com. Thanks

  42. Danielle Says:

    My grams has a record of President Roosevelt’s war message to congress and the nation from December 8th 1941. It is cracked on the top but would it be worth any money what so ever??? I told her I would try to find out.

  43. Danielle Says:

    My grams has a record of President Roosevelt’s war message to congress and the nation from December 8th 1941. It is cracked on the top but would it be worth any money what so ever??? I told her I would try to find out. You can reach me at Augustdavis@hotmail.com

  44. Danielle Says:

    My grams has a record of President Roosevelt’s war message to congress and the nation from December 8th 1941. It is cracked on the top but would it be worth any money what so ever??? I told her I would try to find out. You can reach me at Augustdavis@hotmail.com

  45. Toni Campbell Says:

    My grandmother has an Elvis Presley record. 33-RPM, Blue Hawaii. The record itself is blue.

    Also has another Elvis record. 33-RPM. Not sure of the title, but this record is gold vinyl.

  46. Ron Brngal Says:

    I also have a 78 RPM red label Columbia record of Roosevlet’s War Message to Congress. Just wondering what value it might have. It’s in fine shape, plays well, and has an original brown Columbia paper sleeve.

  47. Jennifer Fine Says:

    Just wondering what all of these are worth top dollar amounts they are all on 33-RPM all in original cases and in good condition.

    1) 1963: Walt Disney: The story of the Prince and the Pauper
    2) 1963: Walt Disney: Adventures of Little Hiawatha
    3) 1963: Walt Disney: 101 Dalmations
    4) 1961: Walt Disney: 3 Little Pigs
    5) 1960: Walt Disney: Bambi
    6) 1963: Walt Disney: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
    7) 1963: Walt Disney: Swiss Family Robinson
    8) 1964: Walt Disney: Hansel and Gretel
    9) 1960: Linus the Lionhearted
    10) 1963: Walt Disney: The Littlest Outlaw
    11) 1963: Walt Disney: Robin Hood
    12) 1963: Walt Disney: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
    13) 1963: Walt Disney: Hans Brinker
    14) 1964: Walt Disney: Treasure Island
    15) 1960: Walt Disney: Peter Pan w/book inset in album
    16) 1964: Walt Disney: Mary Poppins w/Synopsis in cover and w/ original cast sound track.

  48. CHRISTI Says:

    I have a lot of Beatles albums, one of which being a first cut White Album, where the records themselves are white. Please let me know how much this would be worth.

    thanks!

    Christi

  49. bob poppy Says:

    i have a ac/dc record it is for those about to rock how much is it?

  50. bob poppy Says:

    i have a ac/dc record it is for those about to rock how much is it?

  51. bob poppy Says:

    i have a ac/dc record it is for those about to rock how much is it?

  52. David Russell Says:

    I was looking at a bunch of records and I found an LP mixed in with a Peter, Paul & Mary LP. I got to looking at it and it Turned out to be a Beatles Second Album (original) minted on April 10, 1964. I was wondering what it is worth now.

  53. rita Says:

    Hi there,

    I have an LP “Speedway” by Elvis Presley which has been deleted and in mint condition. Could anyone please tell me how much it is worth.

    Many thanks

  54. steve Says:

    hi can you tell me how much ‘Phil Spector’s’ Christmas Album is worth please? it is in mint condition. thanx

  55. Bobbie Says:

    Hey there my g-pa bought a framed Gold record by the beatles of the singles, Baby It’s you/I’ll follow the sun. Could anyone tell me what it’s worth.. It says limited edition, and It’s just the record, and it has like an inscription in that says kev.. didn’t know if that meant anything.. It was put out by capitol records.. And it just says to commemorate the sale of more than 1,000,000 copies of the single record “BABY IT’S YOU” “I’LL FOLLOW THE SUN” It is a 45.. Also has another inscription in the 45 that says mastered by capitol.. Thanks

  56. bobbie Says:

    For those who know anything here is my e-mail softball7811@yahoo.com
    and i put my web adress down.. thanks

  57. Kim Says:

    I have an unopened Bruce Springsteen LP titled Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Live/ 1975-85

    How much is it worth. Plastic still on the Box - 5 LPs

  58. rick marino Says:

    Ive come accross some childrens records that I purchased at a garage sale. They are a product of Pickwick Sales Corp. Albums are Do-Re-Mi its a 45 rpm with a 25 cent tag imprinted on the cover. As well as Mary had a Little Lamb 49 cents, also from Scholastic Records the Frog Prince dated 1974 33 1/3 rpm produced by Robert Mack. Are these worth of some value.

  59. rick marino Says:

    email rickm433@yahoo.com

  60. James Moss Says:

    I have an Elvis record and I want to sell it how much will I get? please send back replie to my email address which is cajun_doggie@yahoo.com

    Thank you
    James F. Moss

  61. Justin Says:

    i was given 2 Beatles albums when i went to England last summer, and they are the U.K. editions. the albums are “Please, Please Me” and “Hard Days Night”. they are both in extremely good condition. they have been opened, but never listened to. about how much could i get these for?

  62. judy Says:

    i have an 1978 john wayne album called america why i love her. it has original cover and is is great shape .. just wanted to know how much it is worth….

  63. Andie Says:

    how much are these worth?

    “Kids Radio” Starring Ronald McDonald circ.1980

    “Big Bamboo” Cheech and Chong (with original rolling papers)

    thanks for your time.

    Andie

  64. wayne bradley Says:

    i have a limited edition headswim tense moments cd does any one know the worth?

  65. Graham ***** Says:

    I have an elvis presley record and I do not know how much it is worth, well it’s an LP my grandaughter said it should be worth over 10,000, i think it’s a bit less than that. I have loads more of the famous rock stars too. COuld someone please reply.

  66. Graham ***** Says:

    can someone please e-mail how much its worth to me please, graham.carey@ntlworld.com

  67. Brenda Says:

    I have an old set of glass 78’s - it’s a full Porgy and Bess set -

    I’m trying to figure out how much it would be worth.
    Any idea?!?!?!?!?

  68. Ketti Says:

    I have an Elvis and a Michael Jackson gold plated album, both are framed in great condition. How can I find out if and how much they are worth?

  69. Yates Says:

    How much is a elvis presley 1954 - 1961, The Rock n Roll Era (STL106) worth. This album still has the plasic on it!

  70. Tim Says:

    O Here goes… A first edition “The King & I” with Yul Brynner soundtrack in perfect condition. Anybody got a value? gfeck@sbcglobal.net

  71. Mark Says:

    I HAVE A ALBUM BY DEVO (ARE WE NOT MEN) IN RED VINYL IN MINT CONDITION. I HAVE BEEN TOLD ITS RARE AND COULD BE WORTH MONEY,BE INTERESTED IN ANY FEEDBACK. MANY THANKS.

  72. Scott Says:

    Hey
    I Have The Original Of The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour Book With Two 7inch Records
    Its The Original From 1967

    Im Just Wondring How Much It Is Valued

  73. Scott Says:

    Hey
    I Have The Original Of The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour Book With Two 7inch Records
    Its The Original From 1967

    Im Just Wondring How Much It Is Valued

    Thanks

  74. gareth Says:

    hi can oyu tell me how Elvis He touched me is worth.thanks

  75. brian Says:

    how much is the following elvis record that i have
    Elvis Volume 2 a legendary performer RCA / Victor

  76. Leanne Says:

    I have am Evlis Presley record collection by the look of it an was woundering how much it would be worth..

    the title is Elvis the legend volume 1. it has 12 2 sided records in the box set and comes with a book “the music an the memories” starting from the year 1935 till 1961 recording all the things elvis has done between them years. the vinyl records are in mint condition an each in seperate sleves.

    If you know how much this could be worth please contact me on Just_lee_1990@hotmail.com.

    Thanks

  77. David Sobey Says:

    I have a Beatles Magical Mystery Tour Record Signed By All the beatles any idea of how much that would be worth? jw

  78. Gail Says:

    Hi,

    I bought a Beatles’ album at a yard sale. It’s an original “The Beatles’ second Album”. Could you tell me what you think it may be worth?

    thank you!

  79. Michelle Says:

    Hello I was wondering if any one can tell me about what a in great condition the vinyl record of David Bowie and Bing Crosby would be. It has a picture disc I think its called. Thanks.

  80. CHARLES Says:

    MY WIFE HAS A SIZEABLE STACK OF ELVIS ALBUMS. WE HAVE NO IDEA WHERE TO GO TO FIND OUT IF THEY HAVE ANY VALUE. IF SOME ONE WHO KNOWS WHERE TO LOOK WOULD EMAIL ME AT CBLOJR@GULFTEL.COM AND TELL ME I WOULD CERTAINLY APPRECIATE IT. THANKS

  81. stephen Says:

    hi….i have an original mike oldfield first pressing of tubular bells.side one is correct stamped v2001 but the second side is not mike oldfield it is stamped v2002 and it is by the group Gong. is this rare and is it worth anything?

  82. Lynn Says:

    HELP!! I have many old records such as “Someday” by Louis Armstrong, and “I say a little prayer for you” by Aretha Franklin.. and many more like a 33 1/3 Original Country Hits with Jimmy Dean,Webb Price,Hank Locklin and Pete Pike!! I dont have a clue what these are worth I know they they are old, and I need some help. I also have a lot of childrens records. Someone out there please help me know where to start.
    Thanks,
    Lynn

  83. Lynn Says:

    HELP!! I have many old records such as “Someday” by Louis Armstrong, and “I say a little prayer for you” by Aretha Franklin.. and many more like a 33 1/3 Original Country Hits with Jimmy Dean,Webb Price,Hank Locklin and Pete Pike!! I dont have a clue what these are worth I know they they are old, and I need some help. I also have a lot of childrens records. Someone out there please help me know where to start.
    Thanks,
    Lynn

  84. kraze Says:

    i was recently given a lot of older records which includes Jim Reeves, Barry Manilow, Barbara Striesand, Andy Williams, and Elvis — how do i find out what they are worth if anything…email at krazereality@yahoo.com
    Any info would be appreciated
    thank you

  85. delicia Says:

    My mom has a 45 record of The chipmunk Song on Liberty Record label.It is in mint condition and still in the original sleeve. She was wondering how much it is worth.Thank you

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