Judas Priest Point of Entry Vinyl LP (not authenticated)

This is a twelve-inch vinyl long-playing record featuring a classic red Columbia Records label, consistent with early 1980s pressings. The center label clearly displays the artist name 'JUDAS PRIEST' and the album title 'POINT OF ENTRY' printed in bold black uppercase letters. Additional printed text on the left side includes the catalog number 'FC 37052' and the word 'STEREO'. On the right side, it reads 'SIDE 1', matrix number 'AL 37052', and a copyright notice reading 'P 1981 CBS Records'. Listed below are five track titles with timings: '1. HEADING OUT TO THE HIGHWAY 3:45', '2. DON'T GO 3:17', '3. HOT ROCKIN' 3:13', '4. TURNING CIRCLES 3:40', and '5. DESERT PLAINS 4:36', followed by songwriting credits '-Tipton.- Halford - Downing-'. The outer perimeter of the red label features the repeated Columbia branding in a circular font pattern, with small print at the bottom noting 'COLUMBIA,' 'MARCAS REG. PRINTED IN U.S.A.'. The black vinyl disc shows standard concentric run-out grooves surrounding the spindle hole, with minor surface dust and light scuffs typical of a vintage, unauthenticated media item. The identification is based entirely on the legible printed typography and record label layout visible in the photograph.

Based on what I can see in the photograph, this twelve-inch vinyl record bears printed typography and label characteristics consistent with an early 1980s US pressing of Judas Priest's Point of Entry on the Columbia Records label, including catalog number FC 37052. However, I cannot verify from a photo alone whether this is an authentic period pressing or a later reissue, nor can I assess the actual play condition of the vinyl disc itself, as the image only reveals minor surface dust and light scuffs. Physical inspection of the run-out groove matrix stampings and the vinyl density would be needed to confirm the exact pressing variant. Assuming the catalog details and visual labeling are correct, standard market conditions for vintage 1980s rock LPs in typical used condition generally support a value in the $15 to $30 range, driven by moderate collector demand for classic heavy metal releases. If physical inspection were to reveal that this item is a modern reproduction, bootleg, or a damaged copy with severe groove wear, the value would drop significantly, likely to under $10. A definitive assessment of value and pressing lineage requires an in-person examination by a media specialist.