I always assumed that the records on the RIAA awards were just a mold and meant to be a visual symbol of the record. It never would have crossed my mind as to what record was actually on the display.
Long time reader of this site and decided to finally create an account and be part of the conversation. I am the one who won this on ebay. I collect awards and walls full of awards and rare/signed SP memorabilia. I found this award on ebay probably a few hours after it was listed and emailed the seller telling them I really want the item and asked if they had considered a Buy It Now and also if not, I asked them to please not end the auction early if offered a sum of money (years ago a Pisces award auction was ended early and I have never seen one since). They replied back with a price if I wanted it and I jumped at the chance. I paid $350 and to be honest I would have paid much more for it.
I am out of the country for work right now, but can upload better pics of it is interested.