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Data as of Oct 18, 2026
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov – "Le Coq D'Or"- Suite & "Tsar Saltan"- Suite, Op.57
US · Angel Records · Vinyl LP Mono
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 18, 2026
- MMint
- $26.19
- NMNear Mint
- $23.44
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $17.92
- VGVery Good
- $12.41
- G+Good Plus
- $6.89
- GGood
- $4.14
- FFair
- $2.76
- PPoor
- $1.38
1 copy listed on Discogs from $18.14.
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
- $12ref VA-SJK9JMedia VG · Very GoodSleeve G+🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- XAX 297-5N R 𝖨XAX.297
- Runout — side B
- XAX.298
- Label Code
- XAX 298-3N A 𝖨(Runout stamped side B)
- Recorded At
- Kingsway Hall
Specifications
- Artist
- Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
- Genre
- Classical
- Style
- Romantic
- Label
- Angel Records
- Catalog number
- ANG.35010
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- "Le Coq D'Or"-Suite
- "Tsar Saltan"- Suite, Op.57
- Composed By
- Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
- Conductor
- Issay Dobrowen
- Cover [artwork]
- Natalia Goncharova
About this record
Angel Records catalogue ANG.35010 pairs two Rimsky-Korsakov orchestral suites—Le Coq d'Or and Tsar Saltan Op.57—under conductor Issay Dobrowen and the Philharmonia Orchestra in a US mono pressing. The dead-wax matrix XAX.297 and XAX.298 identify this as a single release, yet only 1 copy is currently for sale across the market at 18.14, while 10 collectors own it against 1 actively seeking it.
What drives its value
This Angel mono pressing trades on a steep condition curve: a Mint copy commands 26.19, while the same recording in VG+ drops to 17.92 and in VG falls to 12.41. The lone copy listed at 18.14 sits between NM (23.44) and VG+ (17.92), suggesting a near-excellent grade.
Demand is modest—10 have against 1 want—but scarcity is real: only 1 for sale across all platforms. As a US Angel pressing of classical material from an unspecified year, it occupies a narrower collector base than later stereo reissues; the catalogue number ANG.35010 and mono format anchor its identity within Angel's classical catalogue.
The price floor at 1.38 (Poor grade) and ceiling at 26.19 (Mint) reflect the typical spread for mid-century classical LPs, where surface condition and groove wear dominate resale value.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Angel Records label, catalogue number ANG.35010, and the matrix runout XAX.297 or XAX.298 stamped in the dead wax. The mono designation and US origin distinguish it from later stereo editions.
Grade by examining the vinyl surface under light: Mint (26.19) shows no visible wear; NM (23.44) permits only light dust; VG+ (17.92) allows light surface marks but no audible noise; VG (12.41) shows visible scratches and light crackle during quiet passages. The Philharmonia Orchestra and Issay Dobrowen credit on the label confirm the correct pressing.
Mono playback is essential—stereo cartridges may damage the groove. Check the jacket for water stains, foxing, or spine splits, as these are common on classical LPs of this era and affect overall desirability independent of vinyl grade.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Frequently asked
What is the catalogue number for this Angel pressing?
Angel Records ANG.35010. This number appears on the label and is the primary identifier for locating this specific US mono edition of the two Rimsky-Korsakov suites.
How much is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ copy is valued at 17.92 USD. This grade permits light surface marks and minimal noise during playback, making it a common compromise between Mint condition (26.19) and VG (12.41) for collectors seeking affordability without severe wear.
What do the matrix numbers XAX.297 and XAX.298 tell me?
These runout codes stamped in the dead wax identify the pressing plant and mastering session. XAX.297 and XAX.298 appear on the two sides of this mono LP, confirming it is an original Angel pressing rather than a later reissue or alternate label variant.
How rare is this pressing?
Only 1 copy is currently for sale across all markets, and 10 collectors own it against 1 actively seeking it. This low supply and modest demand suggest it is a steady but not highly sought classical title, typical of mid-century orchestral recordings on Angel.
What is the price difference between Mint and VG condition?
A Mint copy is priced at 26.19 USD, while a VG copy is valued at 12.41 USD. The gap reflects the collector premium for pristine vinyl and original packaging, common in classical music where surface noise during quiet orchestral passages is especially noticeable.