France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis 870 055-7
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
028 8700557 A PDORunout side A
028 8700557 B PDORunout side B
870 055-7 1Label side A
870 055-7 2Label side B
Vinyl pressings
Scales Of Justice
by Living In A Box · 1987
18 pressings8 countriesSynth-popElectronic
Scales Of Justice was first pressed on vinyl in 1987. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.
How to spot a first pressing of Scales Of Justice
17 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 8 countries. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.
France
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis 870 055-1
- Format
- 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
MPO 870 055-1 AEtched runout, side A
MPO 870 055-1 BEtched runout, side B
870 055-1 1On label, side A
870 055-1 2On label, side B
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis LIBX 2
- Format
- 12", Single, 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
LIBX 2 A//3∇420 T IIRunout Side A
LIBX 2 B//4∇420 T IIRunout Side B
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis LIB 2
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Blue Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
L I B 2 A // 2 ▽ 420 T 11Side A runout stamped
JA ARSON MUESLISide A runout etched
L I B 2 B // 2 ▽ 420 T 11Side B runout stamped
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis LIB 2
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · Box-shaped cover
- Runout / matrix
LIB 2 A // 1 ∇ 420 T 1 1 2 JARunout stamped side A
LIB 2 B // 2 ∇ 420 T 1 1 4Runout stamped side B
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis LIB 2
- Format
- 7", Single · Silver Label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 18 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s17 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Australia | Chrysalis X-14501 / Chrysalis X 14501First year12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited | 12", 45 RPM, Single, Limited Edition · Limited |
| 1987 | Australia | Chrysalis K 304 / Chrysalis LIB 2First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 109 215First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 609 215First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis LIB 2 / Chrysalis 109 215First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1987 | France | Chrysalis 870 055-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | France | Chrysalis 870 055-1First year12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM | 12", Maxi-Single, 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Italy | Chrysalis CHS 450First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Italy | Chrysalis CHS 450First year7", Promo · Promo | 7", Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Philippines | Chrysalis OC-EP-17140 / Chrysalis LIBX 2First year12", Single, 45 RPM | 12", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Portugal | Chrysalis 515492First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | South Africa | Chrysalis PD 2540First year7", Single | 7", Single |
| 1987 | UK | Chrysalis LIBX 2First year12", Single, 45 RPM | 12", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1987 | UK | Chrysalis LIB 2First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | UK | Chrysalis LIB 2First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Philippines | Chrysalis CHS-70547", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
Tracklist
- AScales Of Justice3:45
- BEcstasy3:40
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Scales Of Justice are there?
18 vinyl pressings of Scales Of Justice are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was Scales Of Justice first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in France, UK, Australia, Europe and more. One of them is Chrysalis 870 055-7.
How do I tell if my copy of Scales Of Justice is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 870 055-7, 870 055-1, LIBX 2, LIB 2) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 028 8700557 A PDO and 028 8700557 B PDO. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Scales Of Justice on vinyl worth?
It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.
