You can check online at Discogs.com and punch in the catalog number to see what date your vinyl was produced. Check the cover of the album for an EAN code, which is a product identification barcode. If there is an EAN on the cover, then the album was produced after 1973.

How can you tell if a vinyl record is rare?

Step 1: Identify the Vinyl Release To determine the value of your record, you must first identify it. Start by looking for a Catalog Number on your record, which is often found on the album sleeve or pressed on the inner ring of the vinyl itself. Next, search for a barcode number.

How do I know if my vinyl records are worth anything?

Label Variations One is worth $10; one is worth $10,000! A significant factor in determining a vinyl records 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 is the longest a vinyl record can be?

12-inch. The largest record size is a 12-inch album. Each side can generally store up to 22 minutes of music. Vinyl records have reached a limitation in competition with modern media.