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Data as of Sep 3, 2026
Don Gibson – Sea Of Heartbreak / I Think It's Best (To Forget Me)
1961 · Australia · RCA · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Single
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 3, 2026
- MMint
- $12.85
- NMNear Mint
- $11.50
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $8.79
- VGVery Good
- $6.09
- G+Good Plus
- $3.38
- GGood
- $2.03
- FFair
- $1.35
- PPoor
- $0.68
3 copies listed on Discogs from $2.19.
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.
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- M2PW-0268
- Runout — side B
- M2PW-0267
- Manufactured By
- RCA Of Australia Pty. Ltd.
Specifications
- Artist
- Don Gibson
- Style
- Country
- Year
- 1961
- Label
- RCA
- Catalog number
- 101093
- Country
- Australia
Tracklist
- ASea Of Heartbreak2:29
- BI Think It's Best (To Forget Me)2:18
About this record
The Australian RCA pressing of Don Gibson's 'Sea Of Heartbreak' carries the catalogue number 101093 and bears the dead-wax matrix codes M2PW-0268 and M2PW-0267, identifying it as a product of RCA Of Australia Pty. Ltd. rather than a US or UK release.
Only 3 copies are currently listed for sale across the market, making this a scarce regional 45 from 1961.
What drives its value
This Australian single trades at a steep discount to its Mint estimate of 12.85 USD; the lowest asking price sits at 2.19 USD, reflecting both its regional origin and the tight supply of only 3 copies on the market. A VG+ copy commands 8.79 USD, while a VG example drops to 6.09 USD—a meaningful spread that rewards condition discipline.
The community holds 35 copies against 9 collectors actively seeking one, a ratio that suggests modest but real demand. As a regional pressing rather than a US original, it occupies a lower tier in the Gibson discography hierarchy, yet the scarcity of Australian RCA 45s from this era and the strength of Gibson's catalogue keep it from falling below 2.03 USD even in Good condition.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the RCA catalogue number 101093 printed on the label and the two distinct matrix runout codes stamped in the dead wax: M2PW-0268 on one side and M2PW-0267 on the other. The pressing plant credit 'RCA Of Australia Pty.
Ltd.' appears on the label. This is a 7-inch 45 RPM single with 2 tracks.
Grade by examining the vinyl surface under bright light: Mint (12.85 USD) shows no visible wear; NM (11.50 USD) allows only the faintest signs of play; VG+ (8.79 USD) exhibits light surface marks but no audible distortion; VG (6.09 USD) shows moderate wear and occasional light crackle. Australian pressings of this era often display slightly softer vinyl than their US counterparts, so play-wear may appear earlier even under careful handling.
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Other pressings of this release
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Frequently asked
How do I confirm I have the Australian pressing and not a US or UK version?
Check the label for the catalogue number 101093 and the pressing plant credit 'RCA Of Australia Pty. Ltd.' The matrix runout codes M2PW-0268 and M2PW-0267 are also unique to this Australian release. US and UK RCA pressings of the same title carry different matrix codes and plant identifications.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 8.79 USD. This represents a significant jump from the VG price of 6.09 USD, so even light surface marks that drop a copy from VG+ to VG reduce its value noticeably.
Why is the lowest asking price (2.19 USD) so far below the Mint estimate (12.85 USD)?
The 2.19 USD listing likely represents a heavily played or damaged copy, possibly grading at Good (2.03 USD) or Fair (1.35 USD). Regional Australian pressings also command less collector premium than US originals, and with only 3 copies for sale, sellers may price aggressively to move stock.
How many collectors are actively looking for this record?
The community data shows 9 collectors want this record against 35 who own one. This 9-to-35 ratio suggests modest but genuine demand, typical for a regional 45 by a major artist rather than a rare or cult title.
What condition should I expect if I buy at the lowest price?
At 2.19 USD, you are likely purchasing a copy in Good (2.03 USD) or Fair (1.35 USD) condition. Such copies may have significant surface noise, visible scratches, or warping. If you want a playable copy without distortion, budget for at least a VG example at 6.09 USD.