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John Coltrane – The Believer
1996 · US · Original Jazz Classics · Vinyl LP Album Reissue Stereo Mono
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Aug 27, 2026
- MMint
- $40.89
- NMNear Mint
- $36.59
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $27.98
- VGVery Good
- $19.37
- G+Good Plus
- $10.76
- GGood
- $6.46
- FFair
- $4.30
- PPoor
- $2.15
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
- $35ref VA-8EGXNMedia NM · Near MintSleeve NM🇺🇸 Ships from United States — The album itself is in Near Mint condition, and the outer cover is in Very Good shape with minimal wear. The inner sleeve is also in excellent, near-mint condition. If you would like detailed photos of any part of the album, please feel free to send me a message!
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Pressing identification
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- Barcode
- 8 88072 36152 2
Specifications
- Artist
- John Coltrane
- Genre
- Jazz
- Style
- Hard Bop
- Year
- 1996
- Label
- Original Jazz Classics, Prestige
- Catalog number
- OJC-876
- Country
- US
- Barcode
- 8 88072 36152 2
Tracklist
- A1The Believer
- B1Nakatini Serenade
- B2Do I Love You Because You're Beautiful?
- Engineer [Recording Engineer]
- Rudy Van Gelder
- Design [Cover], Photography By
- Don Schlitten
About this record
Original Jazz Classics reissued this Coltrane session under catalogue OJC-876 in 1996, pairing it with the Prestige catalogue number P-7292 to bridge the original and reissue markets. The 4 copies currently for sale at 34.8 USD represent a tight market, yet 127 collectors want it against 320 who own one—a ratio that signals steady but not frenzied demand.
Across 3 tracks in stereo and mono formats, the price spread from Mint at 40.42 USD down to Poor at 2.13 USD reflects how condition dominates value on this reissue.
What drives its value
The Believer's value hinges on condition more than rarity. A Mint copy commands 40.42 USD, while a VG+ drops to 27.66 USD—a meaningful gap that rewards careful storage.
The current lowest asking price of 34.8 USD sits between NM (36.17 USD) and VG+ (27.66 USD), suggesting sellers are pricing conservatively given only 4 copies on the market. The 127-to-320 want-to-have ratio indicates this 1996 OJC reissue occupies a middle tier: not scarce enough to command original-pressing premiums, yet desirable enough to hold value across grades.
Collectors pursuing the original Prestige P-7292 pressing will pay more; this reissue serves as an accessible entry point to the session.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the OJC-876 catalogue number on the spine and label; the Prestige P-7292 reference appears as a secondary identifier. The 1996 US pressing on Original Jazz Classics will show stereo and mono format options across its 3 tracks.
Examine the dead wax (runout area) for plant markings that distinguish this reissue from the original Prestige release. Grade by comparing surface cleanliness, groove wear, and cover condition: Mint (40.42 USD) means unplayed; NM (36.17 USD) shows minimal signs; VG+ (27.66 USD) permits light play marks and faint surface noise; VG (19.15 USD) allows moderate wear but stable playback.
The barcode presence confirms modern reissue status. A VG+ to VG copy is the realistic sweet spot for this title given its 1996 vintage and current 34.8 USD market floor.
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Listen
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Frequently asked
What is the catalogue number for this pressing?
Original Jazz Classics assigned OJC-876 to this 1996 reissue. The original Prestige session carries P-7292. Both numbers appear on the label and spine to link the reissue to its source.
How much should I pay for a VG+ copy?
The price guide values a VG+ copy at 27.66 USD. The current lowest asking price across 4 available copies is 34.8 USD, which sits above the VG+ estimate, suggesting sellers are asking for NM-grade pricing or the market has shifted upward since the guide was compiled.
What is the difference between Mint and VG condition on this record?
A Mint copy is valued at 40.42 USD, while VG is 19.15 USD—a significant spread that reflects the reissue's sensitivity to play wear. Mint means unplayed; VG allows audible surface noise and visible groove wear but remains fully playable. On a 1996 reissue, finding true Mint is uncommon.
Is this the original Prestige pressing or a reissue?
This is a 1996 reissue on Original Jazz Classics (OJC-876). The original Prestige P-7292 pressing predates this and typically commands higher prices. The OJC reissue serves collectors seeking the session at a lower entry cost.
How many copies are currently for sale?
4 copies are listed for sale, with the lowest priced at 34.8 USD. Demand is steady: 127 collectors want it, while 320 own one, indicating this title is neither rare nor overlooked.