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Michael Jackson – Billie Jean
1983 · Europe · Epic · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Single Stereo
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Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Jun 5, 2026
- MMint
- $18.05
- NMNear Mint
- $16.15
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $12.35
- VGVery Good
- $8.55
- G+Good Plus
- $4.75
- GGood
- $2.85
- FFair
- $1.90
- PPoor
- $0.95
130 copies listed on Discogs from $0.87.
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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- Runout — side A
- NL 01-3084-1A-1NL 01-3084-1A-1 ENL 01-3084-1A-1 ANL 01-3084-1A-1 BNL 01-3084-1A-1 D
- Runout — side B
- NL 01-3084-1B-1NL 01-3084-1B-1 DNL 01-3084-1B-1 ANL 01-3084-1B-1 B01-3084-1B1 CNL 01-3084-1B-1 E
- Rights society
- BIEM/STEMRA
- Label Code
- LC 0199(Sleeve)
- Label Code
- LC -0199(Labels)
- Price Code
- CB 111(Framed separately)
- Pressed By
- CBS, Haarlem
- Manufactured By
- CBS, Haarlem
Specifications
- Artist
- Michael Jackson
- Genre
- Electronic, Funk / Soul
- Style
- Disco, Funk
- Year
- 1983
- Label
- Epic
- Catalog number
- EPCA 3084
- Country
- Europe
Tracklist
- ABillie Jean4:55
- BIt's The Falling In Love3:46
About this record
The 1983 European Epic pressing of Billie Jean carries runout matrices stamped at CBS in Haarlem, Netherlands—a detail that distinguishes it from the 1982 UK original. With 130 copies currently listed for sale and a lowest asking price of 0.87 USD against a Mint guide value of 18.05 USD, this single's market is fragmented by condition, making grading accuracy essential for fair valuation.
What drives its value
This European 45 commands a steep condition premium: a Mint copy reaches 18.05 USD, while a Near Mint sits at 16.15 USD, a VG+ at 12.35 USD, and a VG at 8.55 USD. The gap between Mint and VG reflects the sensitivity of original 1983 pressings to handling and storage.
With 130 copies in circulation at the lowest price of 0.87 USD (likely heavily played or damaged stock), demand from 641 want-list collectors against 6887 who own one suggests this is a common single, yet the 4.34 community rating across 453 reviews indicates appreciation for the pressing itself. The 1983 European release postdates the 1982 UK original on the same Epic label, making it a secondary market entry; its value derives from preservation rather than scarcity.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the catalogue number EPCA 3084 (on the label) and A-3084 (on the rear sleeve). The runout matrices are stamped—not etched—and read NL 01-3084-1A-1 and NL 01-3084-1B-1 on the two sides, with variant pressings marked E and D in the dead wax.
The label credits "Produced for Quincy Jones Productions" on Side A and lists the source LPs (EPC 85930 and EPC 83468). The rear sleeve states "Printed in Holland" and carries copyright lines dated 1979 and 1982 CBS Inc. Grade by examining the vinyl surface under light: Mint shows no visible play wear; Near Mint exhibits only light handling marks; VG+ allows light surface noise audible only during quiet passages; VG permits noticeable noise but no skips.
The stamped runouts should be sharp and legible—wear here indicates heavy play.
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Release notes
[Different European releases:] ℗ 1978 CBS Inc. in two lines on the labels, this release. ℗ 1978 CBS Inc. in one line on the labels, see 8495183
[Catalog numbers:] Cat # on rear sleeve A-3084. Cat # on the labels EPCA 3084.
[Rear sleeve:] ℗ 1979 CBS Inc. 1982 CBS Inc. / © 1982 CBS Inc. / EPIC® & [Epic logo] are trademarks of CBS Inc. / Printed in Holland.
[Labels:] Side A produced for Quincy Jones Productions Track A - taken from the EPIC Lp: "8883" EPC 85930 Track B - taken from the EPIC Lp: "435524" EPC 83468 Made in Holland
[Published by:] Side A: Mijac Music Admin. by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. Side B: Unichappell Music, Inc. / Begonia Melodies / Foster Frees Music.
[Runouts:] The runouts are stamped.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
What is the difference between the 1983 European and 1982 UK pressings of Billie Jean?
Both were issued by Epic with the same catalogue number structure, but the UK original (EPC A 3084) predates the European version (EPCA 3084 / A-3084) by one year. The European pressing was manufactured at CBS in Haarlem, Netherlands, as indicated by the NL prefix in the stamped runout matrices. The rear sleeve copyright lines on the European release cite both 1979 and 1982 CBS Inc., whereas release notes indicate variant European pressings exist with different label copyright formatting.
What is a VG+ copy of this single worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 12.35 USD. This represents a record with light surface noise audible only during quiet passages and no skips or jumps. The estimate reflects market conditions as recorded in the price guide; actual sales may vary depending on seller reputation and shipping costs.
How do I verify the pressing plant and confirm I have the Haarlem pressing?
Check the stamped runout in the dead wax on both sides of the vinyl. The Haarlem pressing carries matrices beginning with NL 01-3084, with the NL prefix denoting the Netherlands plant. The runouts are stamped (not etched), and may include variant markers E or D. Additionally, the rear sleeve should state "Printed in Holland" and the label should credit "Made in Holland."
Why is there such a large price gap between Mint and VG condition?
A Mint copy is valued at 18.05 USD while a VG copy is 8.55 USD—a significant spread driven by the fragility of original 1983 vinyl and the rarity of unplayed copies. Original 45s from this era were frequently played, so finding one in Mint condition (no visible play wear) commands a premium. The 130 copies currently for sale include heavily played and damaged stock priced as low as 0.87 USD, which skews the market toward lower grades.
Is this a rare record?
No. The community data shows 6887 collectors own this pressing against 641 who want it, indicating it is common in collections. However, the 4.34 rating across 453 reviews reflects appreciation for the pressing quality and the iconic status of the song. Rarity is not the driver of value here; condition and preservation are.