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Tom Jones – Tom
1970 · US · Parrot · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 4, 2026
- MMint
- $27.31
- NMNear Mint
- $24.44
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $18.69
- VGVery Good
- $12.94
- G+Good Plus
- $7.19
- GGood
- $4.31
- FFair
- $2.88
- PPoor
- $1.44
98 copies listed on Discogs from $0.64.
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-XK22DMedia VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Matrix / runout
- ZAL 9617-1AZAL 9618-1AZAL 9617-1DZAL 9618-1D
Specifications
- Artist
- Tom Jones
- Genre
- Rock, Funk / Soul, Pop
- Style
- Lounge, Pop Rock, Vocal
- Year
- 1970
- Label
- Parrot
- Catalog number
- XPAS 71037
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1I Can't Turn You Loose2:12
- A2Polk Salad Annie3:48
- A3Proud Mary2:46
- A4Sugar, Sugar2:36
- A5Venus2:43
- A6I Thank You2:29
- B1Without Love (There Is Nothing)3:44
- B2You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'4:14
- B3If I Ruled The World2:53
- B4The Impossible Dream3:20
- B5Let There Be Love3:36
- Producer
- Peter Sullivan
- Engineer
- Bill Price
- Arranged By
- Charles Blackwell
- Arranged By
- Johnnie Spence
- Photography By [Cover Photo]
- John Engstead
- Photography By [Liner Photo]
- Terry O'Neill
About this record
The Parrot catalogue number XPAS 71037 identifies this 1970 US pressing of Tom Jones' self-titled album, which carries one of four distinct dead-wax matrix variants: ZAL 9617-1A, ZAL 9618-1A, ZAL 9617-1D, or ZAL 9618-1D. The matrix letter suffix—either 1A or 1D—signals different mastering or pressing runs, a detail absent from most online listings.
Demand is modest: 46 collectors want it against 2064 who own one, keeping this title accessible despite its 11-track lounge-pop vocal format.
What drives its value
This pressing trades on condition more than rarity. A Mint copy reaches 27.31 USD, while a VG+ example settles at 18.69 USD—a meaningful spread that reflects how wear on the grooves and label affects playback and eye appeal on a 1970 pop-vocal release.
The lowest asking price sits at 0.64 USD with 98 copies currently for sale, indicating steady stock. The community rating of 3.91 across 97 votes suggests moderate collector interest rather than cult status.
As a US Parrot pressing rather than an original UK Decca issue, this version occupies the mid-tier of Tom Jones' discography; its value hinges entirely on finding a copy in VG+ or better condition, where the 18.69 USD estimate applies.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the Parrot label imprint and the catalogue number XPAS 71037 printed on the sleeve and label. Examine the dead-wax etching in the run-out groove on both sides: Side A should read either ZAL 9617-1A or ZAL 9617-1D, while Side B carries either ZAL 9618-1A or ZAL 9618-1D.
The absence of a barcode confirms the 1970 vintage. Grade by inspecting the vinyl surface under light for hairline scratches and the label for writing or stickers; a VG+ copy will show minimal surface marks and clean labels, justifying the 18.69 USD valuation.
The lounge and pop-rock production style means surface noise becomes audible on worn copies, so play-test before committing to a VG or lower grade.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Listen
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Frequently asked
How do I tell this 1970 Parrot pressing from other Tom Jones albums on the same label?
Check the catalogue number on the spine and label: XPAS 71037 is unique to this title. The dead-wax matrix codes ZAL 9617 and ZAL 9618 (with either 1A or 1D suffix) also distinguish this pressing from later reissues or different albums. No barcode appears on original 1970 copies.
What is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ graded copy is estimated at 18.69 USD. This reflects a record with light surface marks, clean labels, and no skips or audible defects—typical of careful storage over five decades.
Why is there such a big jump from VG+ at 18.69 USD to Mint at 27.31 USD?
The 1970 pressing is prone to light surface wear even in careful hands; finding a truly Mint copy—unmarked, unplayed, or barely played—is uncommon. The 27.31 USD Mint estimate reflects the scarcity of pristine examples relative to the 98 copies currently listed for sale, most of which grade lower.
Should I buy a copy at the lowest price of 0.64 USD?
That price indicates a heavily played or damaged copy grading Poor or Fair. At that level, surface noise will likely obscure the vocal performance, and skips or groove damage may occur. Spending up to 12.94 USD for a VG copy ensures reliable playback of all 11 tracks.
Is this pressing rare or collectible?
No. With 2064 collectors owning it and only 46 seeking it, this is a common 1970 pop-vocal release. Its value lies in condition and playability rather than scarcity. The 3.91 community rating across 97 votes confirms it is a mid-tier title in Tom Jones' catalog.