Choosing between Star Wars vinyl records comes down to format and included presentation: do you want a full LP with a picture book, or a compact 7-inch 45RPM record? The two listed options span $39.23, so the decision is more about what belongs in your collection than about treating them as interchangeable releases.
Quick verdict
Pick 1977 "The Story of Star Wars" Original Soundtrack Vinyl Album LP w/Picture Book at USD 49.99 if the picture book and LP format are central to what you want to own. Its cardboard sleeve and original-cover feature make it the more presentation-focused choice.
Choose STAR WARS Movie Story Book (1979) - 7" Vinyl Record 45RPM - VG at USD 10.76 if a 7-inch, 45RPM Star Wars record is the better fit for your shelf or listening setup. The paper-sleeve format is more compact, and its listed price is the lower of the two.
At a glance
| Detail | 1977 The Story of Star Wars LP | 1979 Movie Story Book 45RPM |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 49.99 | USD 10.76 |
| Format stated in title | Vinyl album LP | 7-inch vinyl record, 45RPM |
| Sleeve type | Cardboard sleeve | Paper sleeve |
| Included feature | Picture Book; Original Cover | Movie Story Book title |
| Color and origin | Black; United States | Black; United States |
| Condition category | Used | Used |
Where each record wins
Choose the LP for the picture-book presentation
The 1977 The Story of Star Wars release is the clear choice when the physical package matters as much as the record itself. The title specifically includes a picture book, while the attributes identify an original cover and cardboard sleeve. The description further characterizes the picture book as having no tears, with minor discoloration, and describes the album as having no scratches or skips. That combination suits someone seeking a 1970s Star Wars soundtrack LP with an accompanying collectible-style insert.
Its tradeoff is straightforward: at USD 49.99, it carries the higher listed price, and the cover is described with edge and corner wear plus minor discoloration spots. For a buyer focused primarily on a small-format record, the LP package may be more than necessary.
Choose the 45RPM for the compact format
The 1979 STAR WARS Movie Story Book record fits a different collecting lane. Its title identifies a 7-inch vinyl record at 45RPM, and the attributes list a paper sleeve. That makes it the better match for a shopper specifically building a collection around 7-inch records or looking for a smaller physical format. The lower listed price also keeps the decision focused on the 45RPM release itself rather than the larger LP-and-book package.
The limitation is its format: a 7-inch 45RPM record is not a substitute for the LP named The Story of Star Wars with Picture Book. Shoppers who want a cardboard-sleeved album and the listed picture-book feature should choose the 1977 record instead.
Product notes
1977 "The Story of Star Wars" Original Soundtrack Vinyl Album LP w/Picture Book
Make this the pick when you want a Star Wars soundtrack LP whose appeal extends beyond the disc. The Picture Book and Original Cover features are concrete reasons to favor this edition, and the cardboard sleeve supports its album-style presentation. The record is black, from the United States, and identified with a 1970s era. The description calls the album excellent, with no scratches or skips, while the picture book is described as free of tears. The main compromise is the condition of the outer package: edge and corner wear and minor discoloration spots are described on the cover. At USD 49.99, this option best suits a buyer prioritizing the LP-and-picture-book combination.
STAR WARS Movie Story Book (1979) - 7" Vinyl Record 45RPM - VG
The right reason to select this release is its specific 7-inch 45RPM format. For a collection centered on compact singles or story records, that title detail is more decisive than the larger album package. It is also a black, used record from the United States and comes in a paper sleeve. At USD 10.76, it is the lower-priced choice in this comparison. Its limitation is equally specific: the smaller 45RPM format and paper sleeve do not offer the LP-scale presentation or the Picture Book feature named with the 1977 album. Choose it for the 7-inch format, not as a replacement for the full LP package.
Final choice by use case
- Want an LP with a picture book and original-cover feature: choose 1977 "The Story of Star Wars" Original Soundtrack Vinyl Album LP w/Picture Book.
- Want a 7-inch 45RPM Star Wars record in a paper sleeve: choose STAR WARS Movie Story Book (1979) - 7" Vinyl Record 45RPM - VG.
- Deciding mainly by listed price: the 1979 45RPM is USD 39.23 lower than the 1977 LP.
