We are not record experts, and have no information on the value of records other than to say that 99% of 78 RPM Victor (and other brand) records are worth
no more than $2.00 each in good condition
, and many are worth less than that.
How do I know if my old records are worth money?
One is worth $10; one is worth $10,000! A significant factor in determining a vinyl record’s value is
the label on the record itself
. A given album or single might have been released with several different labels on the disc itself, even among releases by the same record company.
What are some old records that are worth money?
- BOB DYLAN // THE FREEWHEELIN’ BOB DYLAN (1963) …
- THE BEATLES // THE BEATLES (WHITE ALBUM) (1968) …
- DAVID BOWIE // DIAMOND DOGS (1974) …
- SEX PISTOLS // “GOD SAVE THE QUEEN”/”NO FEELINGS” 7-INCH (1977) …
- HANK MOBLEY // BLUE NOTE 1568 (1957)
Where can I sell my old Victrola?
The condition of a Victrola often determines its value as an antique. According to Victor-Victrola.com, a VV-XI left exposed in an unfinished attic space is worth around $100-$150, while a Victrola of the same model in
mint condition sells for over $750
.
Are old 78 records worth any money?
Tefteller said in a phone interview. He said that on average a
rare jazz 78 might sell for $1,500 to $5,000
, whereas sales for a comparable blues record would start at $5,000. … Tefteller, 50, is one of the world’s most prolific collectors of Paramount blues.
Are 45 records from the 60s worth anything?
EPs were only made in the 50’s and 60’s. Rock and roll and R&B 45s with the
cardboard sleeves are worth at least $20
, with many being worth more than $200. First pressings of albums have more value than second, third, or subsequent pressings.
What are the most valuable 78 records?
Longtime Blues record collector and expert John Tefteller was the winning bidder at
$37,100.00
for a super rare Blues 78 rpm record by Blues legend Tommy Johnson. This is highest price ever paid for a single 78 rpm Blues record and one of the highest prices ever paid for ANY record.
Are one sided records worth anything?
the single-sided Red Seal discs weere VERY expensive, ranging in price from$1.25 to $7.50 in 1918. Actually, thegreat majority of single facrd Red Seal and Purple label records
Are victrolas worth anything?
Most Victrola (internal horn) models are still quite commonly found at estate sales and on EBay, with the average selling price in the
$50 to $200 range
for typical “attic-stored” machines.
How much is a Victor Talking Machine worth?
Selling prices for good quality examples in this category will typically run from
$500 to well above $2000
, depending on the specific model and condition.
What can I do with old 78 records?
If you have old 78s you’d like to donate,
the Great 78 Project will
accept your old 78 records and digitize them to post online. But reading their FAQs, it does not appear they will ship those old records back to you.
Is there a market for old LP records?
You
can sell vinyl records directly to collectors or to a store
. Selling directly to collectors will typically net the most money, though it can take longer to sell. Selling to retailers and other stores is faster, but you’ll get less money since they need to resell at a profit.
What can you do with old 45 records?
- Wall Art: …
- Dream Catcher: …
- Clock: …
- Frame the Album Covers: …
- Make a Mirror Frame: …
- Record Hat & Coat Rack: …
- Record Cupcake Stand: …
- Vinyl Record Bookends:
Are records from the 60s worth anything?
And generally speaking,
rare records
from the 60s and 70s (the ‘golden era’ of music) which only had a few hundred copies pressed are the most valuable (even if that band is largely unknown), commanding four-figure sums in some cases Moreover, singles in many cases are more valuable than both EPs and LPs.
What 45 records are worth money?
- Miles Davis, Kind of Blue (1959) …
- The Who, The Who Sell Out (1967) …
- Nirvana, Bleach (1989) …
- XTC — Science Friction (1977) …
- David Bowie — The Prettiest Star (1973) …
- ABBA — Hova’s Vittne (1981) …
- The Quarrymen — That’ll Be the Day (1981)
