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Data as of Sep 10, 2026
Dion – Ruby Baby
1963 · US · Columbia · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 10, 2026
- MMint
- $10.90
- NMNear Mint
- $9.76
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $7.46
- VGVery Good
- $5.16
- G+Good Plus
- $2.87
- GGood
- $1.72
- FFair
- $1.15
- PPoor
- $0.57
25 copies listed on Discogs from $0.69.
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
Offers · 2
- $7.16ref VA-M78VMMedia VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve NM🇺🇸 Ships from United States
- $8.11ref VA-5GTMAMedia NM · Near MintSleeve VG🇺🇸 Ships from United States
The Discogs price estimate is a separate reference; offer prices above are sellers’ own.
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- XSM 58968XSM-58968-1GXSM-58968-1AB
- Runout — side B
- XSM 58969XSM-58969-1JXSM-58969-1L
Specifications
Tracklist
- A1Ruby Baby
- A2The End Of The World
- A3Go Away Little Girl
- A4Gonna Make It Alone
- A5Fever
- A6My Mammy
- B1Will Love Ever Come My Way
- B2The Loneliest Man In The World
- B3You Made Me Love You (I Didn't Want To Do It)
- B4He'll Only Hurt You
- B5You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You
- B6Unloved, Unwanted Me
- Producer, Arranged By, Conductor
- Robert Mersey
About this record
The wide price spread between Mint and VG copies highlights how condition dramatically affects value for this 1963 US Columbia pressing of Ruby Baby. Identified by its catalogue number CS 8810 and matrix runouts XSM-58968-1G and XSM-58969-1J, this stereo rock & roll LP shows typical market dynamics where near-perfect copies command a premium.
With 25 copies currently for sale, demand remains steady as 316 collectors report owning it and 35 actively seek it.
What drives its value
Pricing ranges from 10.90 USD for Mint condition down to 5.16 USD for VG copies, illustrating how quality impacts worth on this Columbia stereo album. The lowest market price sits at 0.69 USD, suggesting some very worn examples trade cheaply.
The 25 units available reflect moderate supply against a collector base of 316 owners and 35 wanters, indicating a balanced but active market. As an original US Columbia pressing from 1963, it holds a solid position among rock & roll LPs where original stereo pressings fetch higher interest than later reissues.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this exact pressing, collectors should confirm the Columbia label with catalogue number CS 8810 and check the dead wax for matrix numbers XSM-58968-1G on side A and XSM-58969-1J on side B. These matrix runouts distinguish it from other editions.
Condition grading impacts price greatly: Mint examples reach 10.90 USD, while VG+ copies trade near 7.46 USD. Pay close attention to the stereo format noted on the labels and cover.
Absence of a barcode is consistent with pressing year 1963. The 12-track listing aligns with the original release, confirming authenticity.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Frequently asked
What is a VG+ copy of Ruby Baby by Dion worth?
A VG+ copy is valued at approximately 7.46 USD according to the latest price guide.
How can I identify the original 1963 Columbia pressing of Ruby Baby?
Look for the catalogue number CS 8810 and matrix runouts XSM-58968-1G and XSM-58969-1J in the dead wax, along with the stereo label and absence of a barcode.
What is the lowest price currently listed for this album?
The lowest price currently listed is 0.69 USD, reflecting copies in poor condition.
How many collectors own and want this record?
According to the community data, 316 collectors have this album and 35 are actively seeking it.
What price range should I expect between Mint and VG condition copies?
Mint copies sell for 10.90 USD, while VG copies are priced around 5.16 USD, showing a significant value difference based on condition.