Is this Smiley Culture vinyl a good investment?

At $11.59, it's an accessible piece of Reggae history from 1984, though its long-term value depends on condition.

What format is this record?

It is available on Vinyl in the 12" format.

The record was released on Fashion Records.

Name: Smiley Culture – Cockney Translation (Vinyl, 12")
Brand: Smiley Culture

Reggae

What Cockney Translation by Smiley Culture is worth on the used market.

Smiley Culture value — Discogs floor $11.59. Prices updated June 2026.

Label · Fashion RecordsFormat · Vinyl, 12"Genre · Reggae

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Cockney Translation by Smiley Culture (1984) on Vinyl, 12". The Discogs marketplace floor is $11.59 with 2 copies currently for sale.

Pressing, country, and condition (media + sleeve) move vinyl/CD values the most — first pressings and clean copies command a premium.

What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today

Condition	Value	Based on
Discogs floor	$11.59	eBay sold comps

Is this Smiley Culture vinyl a good investment?: At $11.59, it's an accessible piece of Reggae history from 1984, though its long-term value depends on condition.
What format is this record?: It is available on Vinyl in the 12" format.
Which label released this 1984 Reggae record?: The record was released on Fashion Records.