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The Rolling Stones – Exile On Main St.
1972 · UK · Rolling Stones Records · Vinyl LP Album Stereo
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Pressing identification
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- Runout — side A
- COC 69100-AArtisan LogoCOC 69100 A2COC 69100 A2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-7225.07COC 69100 A1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-7225.07COC 69100 A1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722507COC 69100 A1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722510COC 69100 A2 1 A ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722507COC 69100 A1 B ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722507
- Runout — side B
- COC 69100-BCOC 69100 B1COC 69100 B2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722508 C7COC 69100 B2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-72250 · 7COC 69100 B1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722508COC 69100 B1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722509COC 69100 B2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722508COC 69100 B2 2 6 A ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722508COC 69100 B2 A ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722508
- Runout — side C
- COC 69100-CCOC 90100 C1COC 69100 C1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722509COC 69100 C2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722509COC 69100 C1 1 1 B ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722509COC 69100 C2 A ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722509
- Runout — side D
- COC 69100-DCOC 69100 D1COC 69100 D2COC 69100 D2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722510COC 69100 D1 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722510COC 69100 D2 ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722509COC 69100 D2 1 7 B ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722510COC 69100 D1 A ROLLING STONES RECORDS ST-RS-722510
- Printed By
- Shorewood Packaging Co. Ltd.
- Recorded By
- Rolling Stones Mobile
- Mixed At
- Sunset Sound
- Lacquer Cut At
- Artisan Sound Recorders
- Pressed By
- CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton
Specifications
- Artist
- The Rolling Stones
- Genre
- Rock
- Style
- Blues Rock, Rock & Roll, Country Rock
- Year
- 1972
- Label
- Rolling Stones Records
- Catalog number
- COC 69100
- Country
- UK
Tracklist
- A1Rocks Off4:33
- A2Rip This Joint2:24
- A3Shake Your Hips2:58
- A4Casino Boogie3:30
- A5Tumbling Dice3:30
- B1Sweet Virginia4:25
- B2Torn And Frayed3:40
- B3Sweet Black Angel3:05
- B4Loving Cup4:22
- C1Happy3:00
- C2Turd On The Run2:33
- C3Ventilator Blues3:20
- C4I Just Want To See His Face3:15
- C5Let It Loose5:17
- D1All Down The Line3:50
- D2Stop Breaking Down4:34
- D3Shine A Light4:15
- D4Soul Survivor3:50
- Producer
- Jimmy Miller
- Engineer
- Andy Johns
- Engineer
- Glyn Johns
- Engineer
- Jeremy Gee
- Engineer
- Joe Zagarino
- Written-By
- Jagger-Richards
About this record
The UK pressing of Exile On Main St. carries the catalogue number COC 69100 and was manufactured at the CBS Pressing Plant in Aston Clinton, distinguishing it from the simultaneous US release (COC-2-2900) and later 2010 reissue. The dead-wax matrix stamps COC 69100-A through COC 69100-D confirm the original 1972 Kinney Record Group distribution run.
This gatefold arrived with a single-card Unipak sleeve, printed inner sleeves with photographs, and a set of 12 black-and-white postcards—packaging details that affect both rarity and grade assessment.
What drives its value
Condition dominates pricing on this UK original. A Mint copy commands 347.38 USD, while NM drops to 310.81 USD; the VG+ tier sits at 237.68 USD and VG at 164.55 USD—a steep decline that reflects how surface wear and sleeve damage accumulate on a gatefold with multiple card layers and loose postcards.
The lowest asking price across 89 active listings is 6.21 USD, signalling a broad range of damaged or incomplete stock. Community demand is substantial: 4208 collectors want the record against 7150 who own one, indicating steady collector interest.
The UK pressing holds distinct value versus the US original (COC-2-2900) due to its Aston Clinton plant attribution and Unipak construction; later reissues (2010, Europe) trade at a fraction of original-pressing prices. Supply is steady but grade-dependent scarcity drives the market.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify this UK pressing by the catalogue number COC 69100 on the front cover and label. The dead-wax runouts are stamped COC 69100-A, COC 69100-B, COC 69100-C, and COC 69100-D; etched text reads 'ROLLING STONES RECORDS...' followed by the plant code.
The CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton attribution appears in small print on the reverse and inner sleeves alongside the Shorewood Packaging Co. Ltd. credit and the 1972 copyright. Grading hinges on the Unipak gatefold's condition (does it open from the inside without splitting?), the presence and state of all 12 postcards, the printed inner sleeves' creasing and foxing, and vinyl surface noise.
A Mint copy shows no seam wear, pristine postcards, and silent vinyl; VG+ allows light sleeve creasing and faint surface marks; VG permits visible wear and light scratches audible only on quiet passages.
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Release notes
Issued in a 'Unipak'-style gatefold sleeve [opens from the inside] with only one card layer for the front lap. Including a set of 12 postcards with black and white text. Printed card board inner sleeves with photographs and credits.
℗ 1972
All titles published by Essex Music Int. except A3 by C. Connelly.
On reverse and both inners: "Rolling Stones Records TM Musidor N.V. Distributed by Kinney Record Group Ltd ℗ 1972" and in a smaller font: "by Shorewood Packaging Co. Ltd., ENGLAND."
Main matrix runouts are stamped, from 'ROLLING STONES RECORDS ...' they are etched.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Other pressings of this release
Different editions of the same album — pressing decides value.
Frequently asked
How do I tell the UK pressing from the US original?
Check the catalogue number: UK is COC 69100, US is COC-2-2900. The dead-wax stamps on the UK pressing read COC 69100-A through COC 69100-D and credit the CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton. The reverse and inner sleeves carry the Shorewood Packaging Co. Ltd. credit specific to the UK pressing. The Unipak gatefold opens from the inside on the UK version.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ example is valued at 237.68 USD. This represents a record with light sleeve creasing, minor seam wear, and faint surface marks that do not significantly affect playback. The estimate reflects market data as of the guide's compilation date and assumes all postcards and inner sleeves are present.
Why does condition matter so much on this record?
The Unipak gatefold and loose 12-postcard insert are fragile components prone to loss and damage. A Mint copy (347.38 USD) retains all postcards in pristine condition and an unbroken gatefold; a VG copy (164.55 USD) may have missing or creased postcards and worn seams. Collectors of this iconic album actively seek complete, high-grade examples, making preservation critical to value.
Are there other pressings I should know about?
Yes. A US pressing (COC-2-2900) was released simultaneously in 1972 on Rolling Stones Records; it differs in catalogue number, pressing plant, and sleeve construction. A 2010 European reissue (catalogue 271 428-6) exists but trades at a fraction of 1972 original prices. Original UK and US pressings command the highest values.
What does the lowest asking price of 6.21 USD mean?
That figure represents a single active listing among 89 copies for sale and likely describes a heavily damaged or incomplete copy—missing postcards, warped vinyl, or severe sleeve deterioration. It serves as a floor reference only; most copies at that price point would grade Fair or Poor. The median value across grades is substantially higher.