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Sex Pistols – God Save The Queen
1977 · UK · Virgin · Vinyl 7" 45 RPM Single Stereo
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- VS 181AVS-181-A-1VS-181-A-5VS. 181. A6. 1 BVS. 181. A6.VS-181-A-7 ΛVS-181-A-7VS 181 A6VS. 181. A6 1 1 DVS. 181. A6. 3 BVS. 181. A6. I DVS-181-A-1 OS CVS 181 AVS-181-A-1 B 1VS-181-A-7 C 5VS. 181. A6. 2 4 BVS. 181. A6. 3 A
- Runout — side B
- VS 181BVS-181-B-1VS. 181. B5. C ΛVS-181-B-6VS-181-B-8VS. 181. B5. C BVS. 181. B5. C >VS. 181. B5. 1 BVS.186.B-8 ΛVS-181-B-1 OS CVS181 B5VS-181-B-1 < 1 1VS-181-B-8 Λ 6VS. 181. B5. U C AVS. 181. B5. 3 AVS 181 B5
- Pressed By
- CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton
Specifications
- Artist
- Sex Pistols
- Genre
- Rock
- Style
- Punk
- Year
- 1977
- Label
- Virgin
- Catalog number
- VS 181
- Country
- UK
Tracklist
- AGod Save The Queen3:20
- BDid You No Wrong3:09
- Producer
- Chris Thomas
- Sleeve [Design, Uncredited]
- Jamie Reid
About this record
The etched runouts featuring matrix numbers VS 181A and VS 181B identify this UK pressing as made at the CBS Pressing Plant in Aston Clinton. This 1977 Virgin release is notable for its first label variation with a ridged anti-slip ring and blue labels.
A unique detail is the stamping of a single capital letter at 9:00 near the matrix number at 12:00, a hallmark of this pressing plant. Some early variants even lack this ‘A’ stamp, replaced by a scribed mark across the locked groove.
What drives its value
The price range for this Sex Pistols 7-inch single on Virgin (catalogue VS 181) spans from 51.41 USD for a Mint copy down to 24.35 USD in VG condition, showing how condition strongly influences value. The market shows 139 copies for sale with the lowest price at 3.04 USD, reflecting availability.
Among 6692 collectors who have this pressing, 1321 want it, indicating solid demand. Its status as a 1977 UK original pressing from the CBS Aston Clinton plant adds to its desirability compared to later reissues.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this exact pressing, confirm the Virgin label with catalogue number VS 181 and blue labels featuring silver text on both sides. Check the dead wax for etched matrix runouts VS 181A and VS 181B, plus the stamped plate marks at 3:00 and a single capital letter at 9:00, often a broken A symbol unique to the CBS Pressing Plant in Aston Clinton.
Early variants may lack the stamp but have a scribed ‘<’ mark instead. Grading from Mint at 51.41 USD down to VG at 24.35 USD should consider the clarity of these etchings and label condition.
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Listen
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Release notes
1st label variation with ridged anti-slip ring; blue labels. A side - silver text. B side - silver text.
© 1977 Jones/Rotten/Matlock/Cook ℗ 1977 Virgin Records Ltd.
Copies with a large centre hole were dinked post-manufacture for use in juke-boxes.
Runouts are etched except for the plate marks which are stamped: A single capital letter is stamped at approximately 9:00 relative to the matrix number at 12:00 (Aston-Clinton's characteristic "broken A" may appear as A, Λ, or ∴, showing only the serifs); plate numbers are stamped at 3:00. Some early variants may lack the "A" stamp and have a scribed/etched "<" across the locked groove instead (see Variant 14).
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
How can I identify the pressing plant for this single?
This pressing was made at the CBS Pressing Plant in Aston Clinton, confirmed by etched runouts VS 181A and VS 181B and the stamped single capital letter at 9:00 near the matrix number.
What is the price difference between Mint and VG+ conditions?
According to the price guide, a Mint copy is valued at 51.41 USD while a VG+ copy is at 35.18 USD, showing a significant price drop with condition.
Are there any unique label characteristics to look for?
Yes, this pressing features the first label variation with a ridged anti-slip ring and blue labels with silver text on both sides, specific to the 1977 UK Virgin release.
How many collectors want this record compared to those who have it?
There are 1321 collectors wanting this pressing against 6692 who already have it, indicating high interest within the community.
What should I look for in the runout to confirm this 1977 UK pressing?
Check for matrix runouts VS 181A and VS 181B etched in the dead wax, along with a stamped plate number at 3:00 and a single capital letter at 9:00, which may appear as A, Λ, or ∴.