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Data as of Sep 16, 2026
Harry Bordon – Wie Sjoen Os Limburg Is / 't Kapelke
1954 · Belgium · Omega (2) · Shellac 10" 78 RPM
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 16, 2026
- MMint
- $12.56
- NMNear Mint
- $11.24
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $8.59
- VGVery Good
- $5.95
- G+Good Plus
- $3.30
- GGood
- $1.98
- FFair
- $1.32
- PPoor
- $0.66
1 copy listed on Discogs from $5.75.
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 · 1
- €9ref VA-CY5YQMedia NM · Near MintSleeve P🇳🇱 Ships from Netherlands
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- DU 1099
- Runout — side B
- DU 1100
- Rights society
- B.I.E.M.
Specifications
- Artist
- Harry Bordon
- Genre
- Pop
- Year
- 1954
- Label
- Omega (2)
- Catalog number
- 35.152
- Country
- Belgium
Tracklist
- AWie Sjoen Os Limburg Is
- B't Kapelke
- Conductor
- Klaas van Beeck
About this record
Pressed in Belgium on Omega (2) in 1954, this 10-inch shellac 78 carries the matrix stamps DU 1099 and DU 1100 in its dead wax—the standard identifier for this regional pop single. Only one copy is currently listed for sale at 5.75 USD, while 42 collectors report owning it against minimal demand from new buyers.
What drives its value
This Belgian Omega pressing trades on condition more than rarity. The price guide spans from 12.56 USD in Mint down to 0.66 USD in Poor, with a VG+ copy valued at 8.59 USD and VG at 5.95 USD—a steep drop that reflects the fragility of 78 shellac and the scarcity of well-preserved copies.
The single listing at 5.75 USD sits between VG and VG+ grades, suggesting realistic market pricing. Community data shows 42 have-it collectors against only 1 want-it, indicating this is a held item rather than a chase piece.
As a regional Belgian pop record from the early 1950s, it holds modest collector interest; original pressings on Omega (2) are less sought than major-label equivalents, but the 1954 date and two-track format give it period appeal for 78 specialists and European pop historians.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Omega (2) label, catalogue number 35.152, and the two matrix codes stamped in the runout groove: DU 1099 on the A-side and DU 1100 on the B-side. The 10-inch shellac format and 78 RPM speed are diagnostic.
Grade by visual inspection under bright light: look for hairline cracks radiating from the center hole (common on aged shellac), radial scratches from play wear, and surface bloom or cloudiness indicating age or storage humidity. Play-test at 78 RPM to detect groove damage that may not be visible; shellac records often sound worse than they look.
A Mint copy will have no audible pops or crackle and a pristine label; VG+ allows light surface noise but no groove damage; VG copies show moderate crackle and light scratches but play through without skipping. The absence of a barcode confirms original 1954 pressing rather than a later reissue.
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Frequently asked
What is this record worth in typical condition?
A VG+ copy is estimated at 8.59 USD according to the price guide, while a VG copy drops to 5.95 USD. The current listing at 5.75 USD reflects realistic market pricing for a played but not heavily damaged example. Mint specimens reach 12.56 USD, but 78 shellac records in true Mint condition are exceptionally rare.
How do I know this is the original 1954 Belgian pressing and not a reissue?
Check the label for Omega (2) and catalogue number 35.152, and inspect the dead wax for the matrix codes DU 1099 and DU 1100. The absence of a barcode is another marker of original 1950s manufacture. Reissues typically carry different matrix stamps or modern barcodes.
Why is there only one copy for sale when 42 people have it?
Collectors who own this record tend to keep it; the low want-count (1) suggests few active buyers are seeking it. Belgian regional pop from 1954 has a stable but modest collector base, so copies rarely enter the market. When they do, they often sell quickly.
What should I look for when grading this shellac 78?
Shellac is brittle and prone to hairline cracks around the center hole and radial surface cracks from age or play. Listen for crackle and pops during playback; these are often worse than visible scratches suggest. Check the label for writing, stickers, or water damage. A copy that looks clean but crackles heavily on play is typically VG or VG+ at best, not NM.
Is this record likely to appreciate?
Regional pop 78s from the 1950s are stable collectibles but not growth investments. The rating of 4.25 from 4 collectors indicates modest enthusiasm. Value is driven by condition and the niche appeal of Belgian pop and 78 RPM enthusiasts rather than by scarcity or cultural significance.