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Elvis Presley – The Bosom Of Abraham / He Touched Me
1972 · Germany · RCA Victor · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Single Promo
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 10, 2026
- MMint
- $56.66
- NMNear Mint
- $50.69
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $38.76
- VGVery Good
- $26.84
- G+Good Plus
- $14.91
- GGood
- $8.95
- FFair
- $5.96
- PPoor
- $2.98
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
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- Matrix / runout
- APKS - 1277 B Manufactured in Germany ℗ 1972APKS - 1295 B Manufactured in Germany ℗ 1972S
Specifications
- Artist
- Elvis Presley
- Genre
- Rock
- Style
- Gospel
- Year
- 1972
- Label
- RCA Victor
- Catalog number
- 74-0651
- Country
- Germany
Tracklist
- A Bosom Of Abraham1:34
- B He Touched Me2:37
About this record
Stamped in the dead wax, the matrix runouts APKS - 1277 B and APKS - 1295 B confirm this as a German pressing of Elvis Presley's 1972 RCA Victor promo single. This 7-inch, 45 RPM vinyl features the gospel tracks The Bosom Of Abraham and He Touched Me.
The pressing is notable for its scarcity, with only 2 collectors reporting ownership against 11 wanting it.
What drives its value
The price spread for this German promo single ranges from a Mint value of 56.66 USD down to 26.84 USD for a VG copy, showing strong demand despite zero current listings for sale. The 11 want listings versus only 2 have indicate a tight market.
Being a 1972 German promo on RCA Victor with catalogue number 74-0651 positions this release as a sought-after variant compared to other Elvis singles, driving prices to the higher end of the scale.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this pressing, collectors should check for the RCA Victor label with catalogue number 74-0651 on a 7-inch 45 RPM vinyl. The distinctive matrix runouts APKS - 1277 B and APKS - 1295 B, both marked Manufactured in Germany with ℗ 1972, authenticate this pressing's origin.
Grading should note that Mint copies command 56.66 USD, while VG+ copies hold a value near 38.76 USD. The absence of a barcode aligns with the 1972 promo status.
Condition significantly impacts value, especially given the limited availability.
Further reading: grading a record, what makes a pressing valuable.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
How can I identify this exact Elvis Presley German promo single?
Look for the RCA Victor label with catalogue number 74-0651 and check the dead wax for the matrix runouts APKS - 1277 B and APKS - 1295 B, both marked Manufactured in Germany with ℗ 1972.
What is a VG+ copy of this single worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 38.76 USD, reflecting the collectible demand for this 1972 German promo.
How rare is this pressing in the collector community?
Only 2 collectors report owning this pressing while 11 want it, indicating a scarcity that influences its market value.
Does this release have a barcode to verify its authenticity?
No, this 1972 German promo single does not have a barcode, consistent with the era and promo status.
What price can I expect for a Mint condition copy?
A Mint copy commands 56.66 USD according to the price guide, representing the top tier of condition for this collectible.