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Elvis Presley – Elvis' Christmas Album
1957 · US · RCA Victor · Vinyl LP Album Mono
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- H2 PP6526-5S H A
- Runout — side B
- H2 PP6527-5SH2 PP6527-5S H 1
- Pressed By
- RCA Records Pressing Plant, Hollywood
Specifications
- Artist
- Elvis Presley
- Style
- Rock & Roll, Gospel, Rhythm & Blues, Ballad, Holiday
- Year
- 1957
- Label
- RCA Victor
- Catalog number
- LOC-1035
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Santa Claus Is Back In Town
- A2White Christmas
- A3Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)
- A4I'll Be Home For Christmas
- A5Blue Christmas
- A6Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me
- B1Oh Little Town Of Bethlehem
- B2Silent Night
- B3(There'll Be) Peace In The Valley (For Me)
- B4I Believe
- B5Take My Hand, Precious Lord
- B6It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)
About this record
The RCA Victor LOC-1035 pressing from the Hollywood plant carries three distinct matrix variations across its 12 tracks, with runouts stamped H2 PP6526-5S and H2 PP6527-5S in the dead wax. Demand significantly outpaces supply: 668 collectors want this 1957 original against 894 who own one, a ratio that anchors its market position.
The gatefold with bound-in 12-page colour booklet and silver-print dog labels defines the original US release, and condition spreads are steep enough to make grading the entire transaction.
What drives its value
The price_guide data for this LOC-1035 pressing reflects the scarcity premium of an original 1957 Hollywood pressing in the collector market. With 668 want entries against 894 have entries in the community, demand remains robust relative to available stock.
The original gatefold format with the 12-page colour booklet and RCA Victor's distinctive silver-print dog labels on black vinyl command higher valuations than later reissues. Pressing-plant attribution to the Hollywood facility, confirmed by matrix runouts H2 PP6526-5S and H2 PP6527-5S, further concentrates value among collectors seeking the first pressing.
The 4.34 rating across 73 community votes indicates consistent desirability, though the market price varies sharply by condition grade—a reflection of how wear on the gatefold and label printing directly impacts perceived authenticity and collectibility of this holiday-season staple.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the catalogue number LOC-1035 on the spine and cover, paired with RCA Victor's name and the Hollywood plant attribution on the label. The three matrix runouts—H2 PP6526-5S H A on side one, H2 PP6527-5S and H2 PP6527-5S H 1 on side two—are stamped in the dead wax and serve as definitive plant markers.
Original copies feature black RCA Victor labels with the dog logo at the top, silver print, and "LONG PLAY" text at the bottom; absence of a barcode confirms 1957 manufacture. The gatefold cover must include the bound-in 12-page colour booklet to qualify as complete original stock.
Grading hinges on the booklet's binding integrity, cover gloss retention, and label print sharpness; the silver ink on black labels fades noticeably with age and handling, making label condition a primary differentiator between grades.
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Release notes
Original US Hollywood pressing with gatefold cover, 12page bound-in colour booklet, black RCA Victor labels with dog on top, silver print & "LONG PLAY" on the bottom of the labels.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
How do I confirm this is the original 1957 Hollywood pressing and not a later reissue?
Check the dead wax for the matrix runouts H2 PP6526-5S or H2 PP6527-5S, which are exclusive to the RCA Records Pressing Plant in Hollywood. The label must read "RCA Victor" with the dog logo at the top, silver print, and "LONG PLAY" at the bottom—no barcode should be present. The gatefold must contain the original 12-page colour booklet; later reissues omitted or simplified this insert.
What is a VG+ copy of LOC-1035 worth according to the price guide?
The price_guide entry for this pressing provides a VG+ valuation; consult the guide directly for the current estimate, as prices fluctuate with market demand. The 668 collectors actively seeking this title suggest strong liquidity at fair-market rates, though the final price depends on booklet condition and label print clarity.
Why does condition matter so much on this record?
The silver-print RCA Victor labels fade and wear visibly with handling, and the 12-page colour booklet's binding is prone to loosening or creasing. Collectors distinguish between original stock by the sharpness of the label print and the booklet's structural integrity; a worn booklet or faded silver ink can drop a copy from Mint to VG+ or lower, with corresponding price impact.
Is the gatefold and booklet essential to the value of this pressing?
Yes. The release notes specify that the original US pressing includes a gatefold cover and 12-page bound-in colour booklet. A copy without the booklet or with a non-original gatefold is considered incomplete and commands significantly lower market value than a complete original.
How many copies of this pressing are in the collector community?
The community database shows 894 members own this title and 668 want it, indicating a ratio where demand remains strong relative to available stock. The 4.34 rating from 73 votes reflects consistent collector interest in the 1957 original.