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Triumph Stages Vinyl Record (not authenticated)

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AI Estimated Value

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$10-25

AI estimate as of October 20, 2026 · verify with a professional before acting

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AI Item Analysis

This is a 12-inch vinyl LP record featuring the center label for Record Two, Side 4 of the album Stages by the rock band Triumph. The physical object consists of a standard black vinyl disc with a central paper label. The label features a light blue sky background with fluffy white clouds and a vibrant rainbow arcing across the upper left quadrant. Prominently printed in bold dark text near the top is 'TRIUMPH' with 'STAGES' directly underneath. Below that is the MCA Records logo in purple typography alongside the registered trademark symbol. To the left of the center spindle hole, the text reads 'MCA2-8020' and 'MCA 4924'. To the right, it reads 'RECORD TWO' and 'SIDE 4'. Listed below are three track titles: '1. FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT 7:36 ASCAP (Emmett-Levine-Moore)', '2. MIND GAMES 5:33 BMI/ASCAP (Emmett-Levine-Moore-Baker-Blumenthal-Tracey)', and '3. EMPTY INSIDE 3:58 ASCAP (Emmett-Levine-Moore)'. Additional text states 'PRODUCED BY TRIUMPH' and 'P 1985 MCA Records, Inc.' The outer rim text reads '1980 MCA RECORDS, INC. MFD. BY MCA RECORDS, INC., 70 UNIVERSAL PLAZA, UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIF. 91008'. The vinyl surface appears clean with minor dust particles visible under direct lighting, and standard spindle wear surrounding the center hole. The overall presentation is consistent with mid-1980s commercial vinyl pressings from MCA Records. The identification is based entirely on the clearly legible printed text and logos directly visible on the record label.

AI Appraisal Report

Based on what I can see in the provided image, this object appears to be a 12-inch vinyl LP record featuring the center label for Record Two, Side 4 of the album Stages, associated with the rock band Triumph and MCA Records, dated 1985. The text, logos, and catalog numbers (MCA2-8020 and MCA 4924) are clearly legible and consistent with mid-1980s commercial pressing standards. However, I cannot verify from a photo alone whether this record plays without distortion, has deep scratches not visible under direct lighting, or is part of a complete, intact double-LP set in similar condition. My value estimate of $10-25 assumes the vinyl is in playable condition and that the attribution to a commercial MCA release is correct. Individual vinyl records of 1980s rock bands in standard used condition generally command modest prices in the current secondary market unless they are sealed collector items or rare promotional pressings. Standard market demand for common 1980s classic rock LPs is generally low to moderate. Physical inspection by a qualified audio or media appraiser would be needed to confirm the exact grading and playability of the disc. If this item turns out to be a reproduction, a replica, or an incomplete single disc lacking its original matching gatefold jacket and companion record, the value would likely drop to nominal bulk-bin pricing of under $5.

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