Sandie Jones, Ceol An Ghra, 7 inch Vinyl, Ireland Eurovision 1972

Sandie Jones & The Dixies – Ceol An Ghrá (1972)
Scarce original 1972 Irish pressing of Ceol An Ghrá, Ireland's entry in the 1972 Eurovision Song Contest, released on Play Records (PLAY 20).
A collectible piece of Irish music and Eurovision history, featuring the only Irish Eurovision entry ever performed in the Irish language.
This copy comes complete with its distinctive original illustrated picture/lyric sleeve, featuring Sandie Jones on the front and background information and song lyrics in Irish, English and French on the reverse.
Record Details
Artist: Sandie Jones & The Dixies

Title: Ceol An Ghrá

Year: 1972

Label: Play Records

Catalogue Number: PLAY 20

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: Ireland

Original Picture Sleeve: Yes

Condition
Vinyl: Very Good (VG+)
The record has been play-tested and plays well, providing an enjoyable listen. Some visible surface marks consistent with age and previous use but no skips and plays well.
Picture Sleeve: Good Plus (VG)
Original illustrated sleeve showing age-related discolouration, foxing, creasing and edge wear. There is also an original handwritten 35p price marking on the front. Please examine photographs carefully.
Collectability
A scarce original Irish Eurovision release, particularly desirable with its original illustrated picture sleeve.
At the time of checking in November 2026, only one copy was available for sale on Discogs, highlighting its limited current availability.
An interesting addition to collections of Irish showband music, vintage Irish vinyl, Eurovision memorabilia and Irish-language recordings.
Photographs show the actual record and sleeve being offered and form part of the description.