UK
August 1968- Label and catalog number
- Deram DM 205
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
205.1 DMFLabel Side A
205.2 DMFLabel Side B
The World Of OzKing Croesus
Vinyl pressings
King Croesus
by The World Of Oz · 1968
26 pressings13 countriesRockPop
King Croesus was first pressed on vinyl in 1968. 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 King Croesus
26 pressings came out in 1968, the album's first year, in 13 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.
UK
August 16, 1968- Label and catalog number
- Deram DM 205
- Format
- 7", Single, 45 RPM · Blue Labels
- Runout / matrix
DR-42443-T1-1C B JT 1Runout side A, stamped
DR-42441-T1-1C B JT 1Runout side B, stamped
DR 42443Label side A inverted
DR 42441Label side B inverted
UK
August 16, 1968- Label and catalog number
- Deram DM 205
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Hand Written Label
- Runout / matrix
DR-42443-T1-1CRunout side A, stamped
DR-42441-T1-1CRunout side B, stamped
US
1968- Label and catalog number
- Deram 45-85034
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
DR42443 - 1BSide A, variant 1
DR42441 - 1BSide B, variant 1
DR42443- 1B MR logo Bell Sound Joe △73085Side A runout, etched (Bell Sound MR logo stamped) variant 2
DR42441 - 1B Bell Sound MR logo Joe △73084Side B runout, etched (MR logo Bell Sound stamped) variant 2
US
1968- Label and catalog number
- Deram 45-DEM-85034
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
DR42443-1A Bell Sound Joe TIISide A runout, etched, except Bell Sound stamped
DR42441-1A Bell Sound Joe TIIISide B runout, etched, except Bell Sound stamped
DR 42443Side A label
DR 42441Side B label
US
1968- Label and catalog number
- Deram 45-85034-DJ
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Promo, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
ZDR 42443Side A
ZDR 42441Side B
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 26 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1960s26 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Australia | Deram DMA-8484First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1968 | Australia | Deram DMA-8484First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1968 | Belgium | Deram 17.019 / Deram DM 34First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1968 | Belgium | Deram DM 34First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | Canada | Deram DM.85034First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | Denmark | Deram DM 205First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | France | Deram 18.026First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1968 | Germany | Deram DM. 205 / Deram DM 205First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | Germany | Deram DM 205First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1968 | Italy | Deram DM 205 / Deram DM. 205First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1968 | Netherlands | Deram DM 205First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | Netherlands | Deram DM 205First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | Netherlands | Deram DM 205First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1968 | New Zealand | Deram DM.205First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1968 | South Africa | Deram FM 7416First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Mono · Mono |
Tracklist
- AKing Croesus
- BJack
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of King Croesus are there?
26 vinyl pressings of King Croesus are listed here, from 13 countries.
When was King Croesus first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1968, in UK, US, France, Australia and more. One of them is Deram DM 205, released August 1968.
How do I tell if my copy of King Croesus is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use DM 205, 45-85034, 45-DEM-85034, 45-85034-DJ) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, 205.1 DMF and 205.2 DMF. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is King Croesus 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.
