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Contents Beatles .................................................................... 2
Country................................................................... 90
Elvis Presley........................................................... 48
Jazz / Blues / Standards......................................... 91
Bob Dylan............................................................... 49
Music of the 1950s............................................... 103
Jimi Hendrix ........................................................... 54
Music of the 1960s.............................................. 106
Rolling Stones........................................................ 62
Music of the 1970s............................................... 122
The Doors .............................................................. 69
Gold & Platinum Sales Awards ............................ 141
Grateful Dead ........................................................ 72
The Monte A. Melnick Ramones Collection ......... 144
Led Zeppelin .......................................................... 75
The Ramones ...................................................... 153
Pink Floyd ............................................................. 79
Punk ................................................................... 158
David Bowie ......................................................... 84
Music of the 1980s............................................... 160
Michael Jackson .................................................... 86
Music of the 1990s and Beyond ......................... 167
Madonna ............................................................... 88
Conditions of Sale .............................................. 173
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First pressing of their debut single—signed at the Cavern Club in 1962 7001. Beatles Signed ‘Love Me Do’ 45 RPM. Exceptionally rare and desirable Parlophone UK first pressing of the band’s debut single, ‘Love Me Do / P.S. I Love You,’ signed on the label in black ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. This first pressing has the ‘Type 1’ label with “Made in Gt. Britain” below the Parlophone logo and has a “ZT” tax code and matrix numbers of “7XCE 17144-1N” and “7XCE 17145-1N.” In very good to fine condition, with expected wear to sleeve; vinyl is in nice condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and an interesting letter of provenance from the original recipient, in full: “At the Cavern Club, Mathew Street, we were asked to vote for your favourite Beatles song, to be released as their 1st single. I voted for P.S. I Love You, which became the B side. I bought their first single—Love Me Do—from NEMS Record Store in Whitechapel, Liverpool, on 5th October 1962. I took it to the Cavern a few days later, and had it signed in front of me by all 4 Beatles at the back of the Cavern Club.” Perhaps most interesting about this single is the rarity of the music itself—only the first UK pressings used the ‘Love Me Do’ track recorded in studio with Ringo Starr as the drummer. Dissatisfied with Ringo’s work, producer George Martin hired Andy White as a session drummer and had them record a second version. All future British pressings of the single, the American release, and their Please Please Me debut album used the track featuring White on the drums; the version of the song on this 45 has only been sporadically re-released on compilation albums of rare or unusual Beatles recordings. A truly excellent piece representing the earliest days of the band. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $25,000+
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Desirable Sgt. Pepper’s record signed by a trio of Beatles 7003. Beatles Signed ‘Sgt. Peppers’ Album: McCartney, Harrison, and Starr. Highly sought-after Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts
Club Band album signed on the inside gatefold in blue ballpoint by Paul McCartney, and in black ballpoint by Ringo Starr and George Harrison. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “The autographs were obtained individually by former Beatles press officer and ‘inner circle member’ Derek Taylor, and given as a gift to a longtime senior executive in the music business who befriended Taylor when they both worked together at Warner Bros. Records. The signatures were obtained by Derek in the late 1980’s, and each represents an excellent and complete example from the period, signed as nicely as they could have for their close friend. ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band’ is one of the most desirable LP titles of all time to have signed and this one is fabulous in every respect, in light of its exceptional provenance.” Taylor became a trusted confidant of The Beatles while proofing the special columns George Harrison would write in the Daily Express. He was later hired as the band’s press officer in early 1964, and then after a short stay in California, was lured back to England by Harrison to assume the same position at Apple Records, a job he maintained up and until the band’s dissolution in 1970. His loyalty to the band earned him particularly strong friendships with George, John, and Ringo. A tremendous thrice-signed example of the most desirable and beloved Beatles album, enhanced furthermore by its rock solid provenance and crisp, legible signatures. A delightfully vibrant display piece. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $20,000+
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Vibrant oversized 1963 Dezo Hoffman PYX centerfold image
7004. Beatles Signed PYX Magazine. Supremely rare vintage
UK Beatles magazine from 1963, published by PYX, 7.25 x 9.5, 28 pages, featuring a classic color Dezo Hoffman photograph of the band in their matching gray collarless suits on the cover, beautifully signed on the color centerfold photo in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr.” With the magazine open, the signed image measures 9.5 x 14.5. In fine condition, with light creasing and handling wear. Autographs were obtained in person by a young female fan at the Princess Theater, Torquay, Devon, England, on August, 18, 1963. Although PYX magazines signed on the cover occasionally surface, this is the first example we have encountered with an attractive fully signed centerfold. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $10,000+
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Signed for their armored car driver to the historic 1965 Shea Stadium show 7005. Beatles Signed Fan Club Magazine. Ex-
ceptional program-style Beatles fan photo book featuring ‘pictures for framing’ published by Pocket Books, Inc., 8.5 x 11, signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on the day of their famous Shea Stadium concert in 1965. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “This item was signed on August 15, 1965…for Mr. John Lee, who was a Wells Fargo employee whose assignment that day was to take The Beatles into Shea Stadium in his armored truck….He took along one of his daughter Joann’s Beatles fan magazines with the idea of getting the group to sign it…. Items signed by the band on this most historic day in their history are extremely rare and desirable, with less than five known examples to date [as of February 2008].” Also includes a letter of provenance from the driver’s daughter Joann, as well as copies of an article in a 1965 issue of the American Express magazine ‘Going Places’ about John Lee driving the Beatles, and copies of images of Lee’s badge and truck. The Shea Stadium concert was the largest Beatles show up to that point with an attendance of over 55,000 and it was the subject of a noted documentary that captured the widespread hysteria of American Beatlemania. Extremely rare, with excellent provenance, and signed on a date of utmost importance, this is an absolutely remarkable piece. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $10,000+
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Incredibly early 1961 Hambleton Hall signatures of John, Paul, and George 7006. Beatles Pair of Signed Early Receipt Books. Unprecedented pair of receipt books originating from Huyton’s Hambleton Hall, dated throughout 1961 and early 1962, and signed inside on three separate pages by three members of the Beatles and a host of other emerging Merseybeat scene musicians. Both receipt books are filled out in the hand of Vic Anton, a promoter and business partner of Hambleton Hall owner Bob Wooler, the original owner of these books. The first receipt book, labeled “100 Cash Receipt Forms, No. 527,” 6.75 x 2.75, dated between February 22–April 9, 1961, is signed in blue ballpoint on receipt No. 11 by John Lennon, “J. W. Lennon,” dated February 22, 1961, for the agreed sum of £10. In the same book, Paul McCartney has signed on check No. 70 in blue ballpoint, “J. P. McCartney,” dated March 20, 1961, for the sum of £7.10. The second receipt book, labeled “The ‘Midget’ Pocket Receipt Book,” 4.5 x 1.75, dated between November 12, 1961, and January 12, 1962, is signed in blue ink by George Harrison, “G. Harrison,” on a receipt dated November 26, 1961, for a sum of £15. Other notable signers include members of Gerry and The Pacemakers, Rory Storm and The Hurricanes, The Big Three, Derry and The Seniors, Kingsize Taylor and The Dominoes, and many others. In very good to fine condition, with expected handling wear and some notations and tape to covers; interior pages remain clean and unaffected, especially the Beatles. Accompanied by a receipt of payment, a letter of appraisal, and a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, each dated February 16, 2012, the latter, in part: “These are among the earliest signatures of The Beatles, and it is truly amazing that these receipt books have survived over 50 years now. Anything signed by them in 1961 is exceedingly rare, and the tie in to these very early performances make these receipt books extremely desirable, historic and valuable.” Still years away from becoming a global sensation, The Beatles paid their dues by performing at a variety of raucous Liverpool-based clubs and halls for modest fees. One such venue was the Wooler-owned Hambleton Hall, a rundown municipal building the band played a total of sixteen times in 1961. By the time they played the venue on January 13, 1962, their final show at Hambleton, they had been discovered by Brian Epstein and were on their way to stardom. A remarkably early collection of three Beatles signatures, and a significant relic of music history that evokes the humble beginnings of British rock royalty. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $25,000+
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Rare photo from their Best days
7007. Beatles Signed Photograph. Very early vintage semi-glossy 5.5 x 3.5 photo of the Beatles with Pete Best, signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Love to Doreen, from John Lennon, xxx,” “To Doreen, love, Paul McCartney, xxx,” “To Doreen—love from George (Harrison), xxxxxx,” and “Lots of love—to Doreen, Pete Best, xxx.” Crazing to the emulsion on the front, and soiling and typed notations to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Best only played with the Beatles from August 1960 through August 1962, before being replaced by Ringo Starr. A truly exceptional example of the Beatles in one of their earliest incarnations. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $4,000+
Incredibly bold full vintage signature set 7008. Beatles Signatures. Crisp vintage ballpoint signatures, “George
Harrison,” “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 5.25 x 8.25 sheet of letterhead from The Eden Arms Hotel, Rushyford, County Durham. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered creases. The Beatles played in Stockton-on-Trees in County Durham on two occasions—November 22, 1963, and October 15, 1964—and are known to have stayed at the Eden Arms Hotel from November 22–24, 1963. A nice, bold set of vintage Beatles signatures on a single page. Provenance: Christie’s, April 2003. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
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Stunning uninscribed April 1963 autographs 7009. Beatles Signatures. Outstanding
set of vintage ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon,” “Love, Paul McCartney, (Beatles), xxx,” “George Harrison xxx,” and “The Beatles, Love, Ringo Starr xxx,” on individual 4.75 x 3.5 album pages; the Harrison page is also signed by McCartney’s girlfriend, “Best wishes, Jane Asher.” In overall fine condition, with light impressions from other signatures on the reverse. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient, stating the autographs were obtained backstage at Fairfield Hall, Croydon, Surrey, England, on April 25, 1963. The Beatles had released their first album, Please Please Me, only a month earlier and were amidst their spring 1963 UK tour. An excellent early complete set of the Fab Four. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
Appealing Beatles lineup from 1963 7010. Beatles Signed Business Card. Desirable vintage ballpoint signatures of Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, and John Lennon on the reverse of an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 business card belonging to B. J. Grey. In very good to fine condition, with scattered soiling and creasing and tape stains to front side of business card; signatures remain bold and unaffected. Accompanied by two letters of appraisal and a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “These signatures date from late 1963, and are excellent and complete examples from this time period.” An ideal, uninscribed complete set of Fab Four signatures. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
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John and George sign During a Sgt. Peppers recording session
7012. Beatles: Lennon, Harrison, and McCartney Signed Address Book. Vintage brown leather 2.25 x 4 address book crisply
signed inside on an off-white page in blue ink by John Lennon, George Harrison, and Paul McCartney. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the Lennon and Harrison signatures were obtained by the driver of the Indian musicians used for the song ‘Within You, Without You’ on the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album; the McCartney autograph was signed at a later time. Accompanied by four unpublished photos taken during the recording session and a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo. An attractive, uninscribed set of Beatles signatures deriving from the recording stages of the band’s Grammy-winning eighth studio album. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
One day after Nicol joined The Beatles 7013. Beatles Signatures: McCartney, Harrison, and Nicol.
Vintage ballpoint signatures of George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and drummer Jimmie Nicol on an off-white 5 x 6 sheet of British European Airways stationery. Matted with a large photo of the Beatles, with Nicol, following their flight to Denmark, the matching BEA banner visible in the background, to an overall size of 23.5 x 14.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and scattered creasing. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained by a BEA flight attendant on June 4, 1964. Nicol replaced Ringo Starr from June 3–15, 1964, at the start of the Beatles’ World Tour, while Ringo was suffering from tonsillitis and pharyngitis. Given the time period, this exists as one of the first known signatures Nicol made as a Beatle, and the earliest such example we have ever offered. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
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Rare fully signed ‘Beatles Bahamas Special’ menu, including three Lennons
7014. Beatles Signed Menu.
Highly unusual British Overseas Airways Corporation menu from February 1965, reading “B. O. A. C. welcomes aboard Beatles Bahamas Special” on the front cover, 4.5 x 7, signed in black ballpoint by Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, and three times by John Lennon. Handsomely archivally mounted on a museumquality border, matted, and framed to an overall size of 12.75 x 15.25. In very good condition, with a stain touching portions of the Starr and Harrison signatures. Accompanied by a glossy 8 x 10 black and white photo of the Beatles in the Bahamas. Consignor notes that on this particular flight Lennon signed two other individual menus three times each just like this; the example offered here originated from a BOAC stewardess who corroborated this. The Beatles arrived in the Bahamas on February 23, 1965, to shoot the movie Help!, their second feature film. Although it was well received, most critics agreed that it did not live up to its predecessor, A Hard Day’s Night. Still, the soundtrack included a handful of the Beatles’ greatest hits— ‘Help!,’ ‘Ticket to Ride,’ and ‘Yesterday’ among these most popular tracks. A rare piece considering its three Lennon signatures. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $15,000+
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Ultra-rare 1969 Beatles set—signed on the last day of recording together
7015. Beatles Set of Signatures. Exceptionally rare complete set of ink signatures from 1969, “John Lennon,” “To Gerald, from Paul McCartney,” “To Gerald, George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on individual off-white 5.5 x 4.25 album pages. In fine condition. Accompanied by four candid photos of the band members, as well as letters of authenticity from Perry Cox and from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “These pages were signed in 1969, and full sets of Beatles signatures from this year are extremely rare and very desirable. This is one of only two or three sets from 1969 I have seen which were signed at the same time, with the same pen. It is also one of the very last sets of Beatles signatures which were signed while they were still together as a group, before their breakup.” The consignor notes that “Gerald” was Gerald Scarfe, a British editorial cartoonist who married McCartney’s one-time girlfriend Jane Asher. He acquired the signatures on August 20, 1969, the last day the Beatles ever recorded together at EMI Studios. As the fragmented band was rarely together by this point in time, complete sets of autographs from this period are incredibly scarce. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $20,000+ 14 BEATLES
Remarkable 1967 EMI royalty contract for songs including “Eleanor Rigby” and “Strawberry Fields Forever”
7016. Beatles EMI Royalty Document. DS, signed twice by Brian Epstein and Joseph Lockwood, nine pages, 8 x 13, January 26, 1967. EMI Records royalty document with two-page cover letter, in part: “We Warrant That…John Winston Lennon James Paul McCartney George Harrison and Richard Starkey were employed by this Company and that we had the right to supply their services to you for the purposes of making recordings and to sell and distribute records. In consideration of the royalties specified in the Annexure ‘A’…we hereby agree that in respect of the recordings set out in the Schedule to this letter…all the terms and conditions…shall apply…The Schedule above referred to: ‘And Your Bird Can Sing,’ ‘For No-One,’ ‘I Am Only Sleeping,’ ‘Tomorrow Never Knows,’ ‘Eleanor Rigby,’ ‘Good Day Sunshine,’ ‘Here There Everywhere,’ ‘She Said, She Said,’ ‘Strawberry Fields Forever.’” Signed at the conclusion of the cover letter by Brian Epstein and Joseph Lockwood, and signed again by both at the conclusion of the annexure outlining the royalty terms. The document also bears blindstamped “The Beatles Limited” seals on both signed pages. In fine condition. With the exception of ‘Strawberry Fields Forever,’ which appeared on Magical Mystery Tour, all of the songs listed were released on Revolver, the Beatles’ seventh studio album. These represent some of the band’s best works and Revolver is quite often recognized as their top album; not to mention the outlier, ‘Strawberry Fields Forever,’ arguably their most influential song. They had finished recording ‘Strawberry Fields’ only a month before this document and intended to include it on their upcoming Sgt. Pepper’s album. However, under pressure from EMI for new material, Brian Epstein convinced the Beatles to release it as a single, which came out only two weeks after this document was signed. A truly exceptional Beatles document with direct relevance to their later work. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $15,000+ www.rrauction.com 15
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Selling Savile Row— likely the final fully signed Beatles document 7017. Beatles Signed ‘Savile Row’ Document. DS, signed “P. McCartney,” “J.
Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “R. Starkey,” eleven pages, 8.5 x 13, November 8, 1980. Contract concerning the terms of sale of their Apple headquarters, “the property known as 3 Savile Row W.1.” The document consists of four identical copies of the same agreement, each signed at the conclusion by a member of the Beatles. Bound with a clip at the left edge, with a few pages detached. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “John Lennon has signed in black felt tip pen, and has added a facial caricature. This document was formally adopted in late November of 1980, thus making it one of the last documents, and more than likely the last Beatles related document, signed by him during his life. Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr (who has signed as R. Starkey, his legal name as required on documents), have all signed in blue ballpoint.” The Beatles purchased 3 Savile Row in London in June 1968 and installed a recording studio in the basement, where they spent much of the next year and a half recording Let It Be. This was also the location of their famous ‘rooftop concert’ on January 30, 1969, their last public show. Thus this document is not only historically significant as one of the last Lennon signed—he was killed exactly a month later on December 8—but it also represents a major landmark in the history of popular music. With the final sale of their Apple Studios building, it was truly the end of an era. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $80,000+
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Rare stereo Meet the Beatles album, signed by Lennon at the Helping Hand Marathon
7018. John Lennon Signed ‘Meet The Beatles’ Album. Meet the Beatles stereo album signed on the front in blue ballpoint by
Lennon. In fine condition, with some minor tape remnants to corners of reverse. The record is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “This cover was signed on Saturday May 17, 1975, when John was the special guest host for the weekend at the W. F. I. L. ‘Helping Hands Marathon’ in Philadelphia. This event was open to the public, and for a small donation, John would sign items of choice brought in by the donators.” From May 16-18, 1975, Philadelphian rock station WFIL sponsored the Helping Hand Marathon, a weekend fundraiser to raise money for multiple sclerosis. On the invite of the station’s DJ Larry Kane, Lennon spent the entire three days answering phones, taking pledges, and meeting fans; he even did the weather report for Kane’s broadcast on WPVI-TV. Lennon-signed US Capitol Records Beatles albums are exceedingly rare and desirable, with this example enhanced furthermore by its wonderful back-story. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $8,000+
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“Yours in baggy pants, with thanks, John Lennon” 7019. John Lennon Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed
“John Lennon,” and “Yoko Ono,” one page, 8.25 x 10, no date, but mid-1970s. Letter to the owner of a West Hollywood boutique called Bowinkle’s Revenge, referred to in the greeting by Lennon as “Jeans Woman.” Lennon writes, in full: “Would it be possible for the bearer of this here letter to swap* these 3 pairs of jeans which turned out to be larger than expected for something smaller? Yours in baggy pants, with thanks.” Under the signatures Lennon adds: “* in case you are somebody else, we bought these jeans at your place—sometime last week.” Lennon has alternated the size of his text to correspond with the content of the letter and added two quick self-portrait sketches of himself and Yoko in the lower left. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one passing through a single letter of each signature), slightly irregular right edge, and a few creases. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “This is a great example of John writing a witty note to a business owner as a show of dissatisfaction, which he did from time to time, ultimately resulting in a valuable keepsake for the proprietor.” This letter seems to date from around the time of his reunion with Ono after John’s fabled 18-month ‘lost weekend’ with May Pang. Lennon would soon step out of the public eye and into domestic life, as he took on the role of house-husband after the birth of his son Sean in October of 1975. A fantastic, whimsical letter from the former Beatle and his wife. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
Rare twice-signed check from the Beatles breakup year 7020. John Lennon Twice-Signed Check. Highly desirable personal check, 6 x 3, filled out and signed by Lennon, “John Lennon,” payable to cash for $200, February 3, 1970, and endorsed again on the reverse, “John Lennon.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. This check dates to a major transition in Lennon’s life—he had left the Beatles in September, though the news would not be made public until April. He commenced work on his debut solo album, John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, which would be released in late 1970. An exceedingly rare example, this is just the second twice-signed Lennon check we have offered. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $7,000+
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Historic 1969 Lennon deposition concerning ‘Come Together’ and Chuck Berry plagiarism 7021. John Lennon Signed Deposition.
DS, seven pages, 8 x 10.5, April 13, 1971. Deposition of John Lennon in the plagiarism lawsuit made by Big Seven Music Corporation against Maclen Music, Inc., Northern Songs, Ltd. and Apple Records, Inc. The document contains an examination made by counsel M. William Krasilovsky, in which he questions whether Lennon acknowledges himself as “the sole writer of the song Come Together as recorded by the Beatles on the LP album entitled Abbey Road” and whether he acknowledges his familiarity “with the works of Chuck Berry and specifically the musical composition You Can’t Catch Me as recorded by Chuck Berry…and by the Rolling Stones.” Lennon answers “Yes” to both questions, and affirms that “ever since I was in my teens I was acquainted with the works of Chuck Berry whom I consider one of the original rock and roll poets. I heard his recording of You Can’t Catch Me at this time and spent many hours in generally [sic] listening to his general catalog.” Signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by Lennon, and countersigned by a commissioner for oaths. Includes an annexed certificate for the admittance of Joseph Herbert Bueno de Mesquita, the aforesaid commissioner for oaths. Also included are various comparison music charts for the two songs, copies of music sheets, and a copy of Lennon’s settlement agreement. Contained in the original deposition folder of the United States District Court, Southern District of New York, issued under Civil Action No. 1348/70. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the daughter of Krasilovsky, and letters of authenticity from Jeff Gold at Record Mecca and from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, the latter, in part: “After the release of the Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ album, Chuck Berry’s music publisher Big Seven Music sued Apple Records, Beatles publishers Maclen Music Ltd. And Northern Songs Ltd., alleging that Lennon copied lyrics and music from Berry’s ‘You Can’t Catch Me’ in ‘Come Together’ (the first song on ‘Abbey Road’ and a #1 single in the U.S.)…In 1973, two years after Lennon gave his deposition, the case was settled when Lennon agreed to record 3 more Big Seven songs, including ‘You Can’t Catch Me’ on his next album (which Became ‘Rock-n-Roll’).” Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $8,000+
Desirable Lennon and Ono signed Grapefruit 7022. John Lennon and Yoko Ono Signed Grapefruit Book. Signed book: Grapefruit. Later printing. London: Sphere Books Limited, 1971. Paperback, 5 x 5. Signed on the first free end page in black felt tip by John Lennon and in blue felt tip by Yoko Ono. In fine condition. A sought-after dual-signed book with great cult appeal, the cover of this uncommon Sphere edition integrates the cheeky subject matter of Ono’s 1966 short film Bottoms. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
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Lennon’s last document— December 8, 1980
7024. John Lennon Signed Document. DS, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, cover letter dated December 8, 1980. Lennon appoints a proxy to represent him at the annual meetings to be held on December 17, 1980, of the companies in which he holds interests, “Apple Corps Limited, Maclen (Music) Limited, The Beatles Limited, Apple Publishing Limited, Subafilms Limited, Apple Films Limited,” naming his representatives as Neil Aspinall, Peter Michau, and Nicholas Baker, in that order. The cover letter, addressed to his attorney Barry Nichols, reads, in full: “Please find enclosed form of Proxy signed by John Lennon.” In fine condition. Lennon was shot and killed in New York by Mark David Chapman on the night of December 8, 1980, as he returned home to his apartment at the Dakota. Remarkable in itself as a Lennon-signed document related to the Beatles from 1980, the December 8 date gives it overwhelming historical significance. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $60,000+
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Young portrait signed for his valet in 1965 7025. George Harrison Signed Photograph. Fantastic vintage circa 1965 semi-glossy 6.5 x 8.5 publicity photo of a young Harrison, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Fred‚ best wishes from George Harrison.” In fine condition, with a few small creases and edges possibly trimmed. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the son of the original recipient, stating that the signed photo was given to his father who worked as George’s valet. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
7026. George Harrison Signed Publicity Card. Vintage glossy 5.5 x 3.5 deckle-edge
Star publicity photo of The Beatles, signed neatly on the reverse in black ballpoint by Harrison. In fine condition, with some very light foxing to signed side, mainly confined to edges. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Perry Cox and a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Precertified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
7027. George Harrison Signed Sheet. Large felt tip signature and inscription, “To
Mike, Best wishes, George Harrison,” on an off-white 9.5 x 9.5 A&M Records studio log sheet. In fine condition, with insignificant mounting remnants to reverse and discoloration to extreme edges from prior display. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A&M Records was the distributor for George Harrison’s record label Dark Horse Records from 1974 to 1976. A huge signature and excellent association piece. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
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Picking up Pattie Boyd’s clothes 7028. George Harrison Signed Receipt.
DS, one page, 5.5 x 8, July 7, 1967. Receipt for clothing from Allsopp, Brindle & Boyle Ltd. for “one pinstripe suit,” “one pair of trousers,” and “2 pairs of trousers,” signed in the lower left in ballpoint by Harrison. A note from the proprietor on the reverse is addressed to Harrison’s wife, the model Pattie Boyd, instructing her to bring in anything needing alterations. In fine condition. Harrison and Boyd had gotten married the previous year and it was her interest in Eastern mysticism that inspired the Beatles to meet the Maharishi in London in August 1967—just a month after Harrison signed this receipt. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
7029. George Harrison Signed Check. National Westminster Bank Limited check, 7.75 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to Harrisongs Limited for £9,670.86, stamp-dated November 7, 1972. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
7030. George Harrison Signed Book. Signed book: Live in Japan. Limited edition, numbered 714/3500. Surrey, England: Genesis Publications, 1993. Leather-bound hardcover with slipcase, 10.5 x 13.75, 274 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink by Harrison. Slipcase includes a limited edition two-CD set of 19 songs recorded by Harrison and Eric Clapton and Band in Japan between December 11 and 17, 1991, as well as a souvenir pack containing two access passes and guitar picks from Harrison and Clapton. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
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Gorgeous limited edition copy of Harrison’s Songs 7031. George Har rison Signed Book. Signed book:
Songs by George Harrison. Limited edition, numbered 714/2500. Surrey, England: Genesis Publications Limited, 1987. Leather-bound hardcover with clamshell case, 7 x 10.25, 175 pages. Signed on the colophon in fountain pen by Harrison. Also signed on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page by the illustrator Keith West. Slipcase includes a limited edition four-song CD with the tracks ‘Sat Singing,’ ‘Lay His Head,’ ‘For Your Blue,’ and ‘Flying Hour.’ In fine condition. Released in a single print run, this gorgeously displayed lyric book is considered an essential addition to any Harrison or Beatles collection, and is enhanced furthermore by the inclusion of the highly sought-after Songs by George Harrison EP. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
George on Abbey Road
7032. George Harrison Signed Book. Signed book: The Beatles. London: Omnibus Press, 1994. Softcover, 5.5 x 4.75, 137 pages.
Signed and inscribed inside on a black-and-white image of the Abbey Road album cover in black felt tip, “To Kellie, George Harrison.” In fine condition. A classic and rarely seen signed image. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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7033. George Harrison Signed Album. Somewhere
in England album signed and inscribed on the front in blue felt tip, “To Elaine, love, George Harrison.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient and a photo of her with Harrison. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
7035. Paul McCartney Signed Album.
Beatles VI album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by McCartney. Some general surface wear and a few mild creases, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
7036. Paul McCartney Signed Album. Introducing The Beatles album by Vee Jay signed on the front in black felt tip by McCartney, bearing an affixed press pass for a Paul McCartney concert in Cincinnati. Matted and in very good condition, with scattered creasing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “The autograph was obtained on May 5, 1993 when McCartney performed at Riverside Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. There is a backstage pass from the day which is affixed to the lower right hand corner. This item represents a great Paul McCartney signed early Beatles album cover.” Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
McCartney-signed Yellow Submarine 7037. Paul McCar tney Signed Album. Uncommon
Yellow Submarine soundtrack album signed and inscribed on the back in black felt tip, “To Anne, love Paul McCartney,” with Beatles road manager Neil Aspinall signing for John, George, and Ringo. In very good to fine condition. The record is included. A mixture of six Beatles songs—four of which were unreleased—and George Martin’s re-recordings of the film’s orchestral pieces, Yellow Submarine earned a lukewarm response in contrast to its critically acclaimed cinematic counterpart. An appealing, seldom-signed record. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
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7038. Paul McCartney Signed Photograph. Color
satin-finish 10.75 x 14 photo of McCartney playing an acoustic guitar, signed in black felt tip, “Paul McCartney, 2001.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo of McCartney taken on the day of signing, showing him arriving at the A&M Recording Studios on June 28, 2001. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7039. Paul McCartney Signed Bubble Gum Card. A UK A. &
B. C. Chewing Gum trading card of Ringo Starr bearing a facsimile signature, 2.25 x 3.25, signed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “Paul McCartney.” Includes the album page to which it was affixed, which bears the collector’s date notation of 1965. In very good condition, with tape stains to perimeter touching the “P.” Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a provenance note from the original recipient, stating that it was received near Jane Asher’s parents’ home. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
Lennon’s In His Own Write—signed by Paul in ’68
7040. Paul McCartney Signed Book and Collection of Original Beatles Photographs. Interesting collection of items obtained by a young reporter in New York: a hardcover edition of John Lennon’s In His Own Write, signed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint, “Love, Paul McCartney,” signed at a 1968 Apple press conference; the reporter’s pass for admission to the press conference, signed on the reverse by Derek Taylor; twelve color candid photos from the press conference, most showing Paul or John, fourteen slides taken at the event, and original negatives; the reporter’s invitation to the press conference; a ballpoint signature of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi which she obtained the following year; and an unsigned copy of Lennon’s A Spaniard in the Works. In overall very good to fine condition. Accompanied by a detailed two-page letter of provenance from the reporter describing the circumstances of obtaining these items. An incredible and certainly unique collection boasting excellent provenance. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+ 26 BEATLES
7042. Paul McCartney Signed Postcard. Appealing MPL postcard 7041. Paul McCartney Signed Birthday Card. Circa 2010 yellow birthday card with fluttering hummingbirds on the front, measuring 8.5 x 5.5 open, signed and inscribed on the inside in black ink by McCartney, “Dear Rosie, we all send lots of love on yer birthday. Have a great one! [heart] love from, Paul, Nancy, and the kids, xxx.” In fine condition. The original recipient of this card, Rosie, was McCartney’s housekeeper. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
depicting Paul McCartney listening to headphones, 6 x 4, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, with collector’s ink notations below. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “The signature was obtained on June 23, 1982, at E. M. I. Studios in Elstree, England, by a member of the Wings Fan Club who was present during the shooting on that day of the music video for ‘Take It Away.’” Precertified REAL. Estimate $600+
Fantastic ‘Aeroplane Windows’ print signed by McCartney and the photographer 7043. Paul McCar tney Signed Print.
Scarce color 23 x 27.5 print entitled ‘Aeroplane Windows’ showing McCartney through the window of an airplane, signed in the lower border in pencil by McCartney and the photographer Bill Bernstein. A certificate of authenticity affixed to the reverse is also signed by McCartney and Bernstein. Rolled and in fine condition, with a few mild edge and corner creases. Accompanied by a hardcover edition of the book Paul McCartney: On Stage, Off Stage, and Backstage, featuring Bernstein’s photo. McCartney commissioned photographers, including Bernstein, to chronicle his life on the road and document his 2002-2003 world tour, with only 43 images selected to be signed by Sir Paul and then auctioned in 2006 through London-based Proud Galleries. A decidedly scarce example boasting a pair of sought-after McCartney autographs. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,500+
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Enormous Bernstein print: ‘Funny Paper’ 7044. Paul McCartney Signed Print. Magnificent color 36 x 24
collage print entitled ‘Funny Paper’ by photographer Bill Bernstein showing McCartney with artistically superimposed images of his handwritten lyrics, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Paul McCartney” and “Bill Bernstein.” Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 35.5 x 47.5. In fine condition. Oversized. A rare and extremely attractive oversized piece. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
Unusual format signed by Paul and Linda
7045. Paul McCartney Signed Promotional Poster. Appeal-
ing color 23 x 33 poster advertising an exhibition of McCartney’s paintings held in Siegen, Germany, from May 1–July 25, 1999, nicely signed in the lower right in black ink. Rolled and in fine condition, with a few creases to lower border. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
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7046. Paul and Linda McCartney Signed Catalog. Catalog for the Sotheby’s sale of rock memorabilia held on December 22, 1982, 41 pages, 7 x 9.5, signed and inscribed inside in black felt tip, “All the best to Dana, Paul McCartney,” and in black ballpoint, “To Dana, love Linda McCartney.” In fine condition, with some cover wear; signed page remains clean. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the autographs were obtained on December 2, 1982, when the McCartneys were filming Give My Regards To Broad Street. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
7 0 4 7 . Pa u l and Linda McCartney Signed Program. Un-
common 8.25 x 11.75 concert program for a Stevie Wonder performance at London’s Rainbow Theatre in 1974, signed on the front in black ballpoint, “Paul McCartney,” “Linda McCartney, all the best,” and “Pete Townshend.” The program unfolds into a color 16.5 x 23.5 poster of Wonder. In very good to fine condition, with a vertical fold, creasing, and handling wear. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7050. Ringo Star r Signed Oversized Magazine Photograph. Uncom-
mon oversized circa 1964 color vintage 10 x 13 magazine photo of Ringo in a handsome suit and tie, signed and inscribed vertically in black ballpoint, “To Ray, Best Wishes, Ringo Starr.” In very good condition, with tape repair touching the signature and a tear to top edge passing through his hair (which has been repaired on the reverse with archival tape). Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. The original recipient was Hong Kong DJ Ray Cordeiro, who interviewed the band three times during their 1964 tour of Asia. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
Paul, Linda, and Wings 7048. Wings Signed Photograph.
Color 13.5 x 8 program photo of the members of Wings, signed in black felt tip by Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Steve Holley, and Laurence Juber. Impressively double-matted and framed with a CD for a great visual display to an overall size of 23 x 19. In very good to fine condition, and irregularly trimmed top edge, folds, and scattered creases. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo. Bandsigned Wings images are uncommon. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
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Ringo’s Screen-worn Pacha nightclub shirt 7051. Ringo Starr ScreenWorn T-Shirt. Green t-shirt for
the Pacha nightclub in Barcelona personally-owned and -worn by Starr in July 1971 in Almeria, Spain, while filming scenes for the ‘Spaghetti Western’ feature film Blindman. The tag inside reads, “Bonamusa, Mataro 3.” Includes an original press photo showing Ringo wearing the shirt. In fine condition. Originally acquired from the ‘Property Of Ringo Starr And Barbara Bach’ Auction in Beverly Hills. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. A highly sought-after piece from the Beatles drummer’s personal wardrobe. Estimate $5,000+
Artist’s proof from Ringo’s personal collection
7052. Ringo Starr’s Signed Artist’s Proof. Vibrant color limited edition 30.5 x 9 artist’s proof lithograph from Ringo’s personal collection entitled ‘3 Faces,’ numbered AP 2/24, signed in purple felt tip, “Ringo 05.” Handsomely double-matted and framed. In fine condition. Oversized. Retains the original tag from the sale of The Property of Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach attached to the reverse. An exceptionally desirable piece from the personal collection of the Beatles drummer. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,500+
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7053. Ringo Starr Signed Receipt. DS, signed “R. Starkey,” one page, 7 x 8, March 10, 1967. An invoice from Artist’s Car Service in London detailing three trips between March 1 and March 9, totaling £18.5.3. A printed slip from the same company is stapled to the front. In fine condition. During this time the Beatles were in the midst of recording their iconic album Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band; the famous cover photo for that album was shot three weeks later, on March 30, and the final recording session took place on April 1. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7054. Ringo Starr Signed Check. Na-
tional Westminster Bank Limited check, 7.75 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Starr, “R. Starkey,” payable to Ringo or Robin Limited for £1,499.33, January 18, 1972. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7055. Ringo Starr Pair of Signed Drum Sticks. Pair of Ringo Starr signature series American hickory Pro Mark Millennium II 5AL drumsticks, 16.25˝ in length, each signed in black felt tip, “Ringo.” In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7056. Liverpool Institute 1958 Yearbook: McCar tney and Harrison. Small
green pocket yearbook for 1958 from the Liverpool Institute High School, 56 pages, 3 x 4.25, naming Paul McCartney (”McCartney, J. P.”), George Harrison (“Harrison, G.”), and Neil Aspinall (“Aspinall, N. S.”) in the school roll. In very good condition, with cover creases and soiling, and a few pen notations throughout. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $600+
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Vintage handbills from early in the Merseybeat scene, with The Beatles and Rory Storm 7057. Beatles Set of Five Handbills. Wonderful set of vin-
tage handbills promoting various Liverpool musical acts, ranging in size from 5.25 x 7.25 to 5.75 x 9, dated between 1960 and 1961. Handbill showcases include: the ‘Swinging Lunch Time Rock Sessions’ at the Liverpool Jazz Society on March 15, 1961, listing The Beatles, Gerry and The Pacemakers, and Rory Storm and the Wild Ones as scheduled bands; a Gala Rock Night at Litherland Town Hall on February 16, 1960, featuring acts like Rory Storm and The Hurricanes, The Dominoes, and The Searchers; a La Mystere Clubs grand opening show at the Co-Operative Hall on February 3, 1961, headlined by Rory Storm and The Hurricanes; a Rory Storm and His Fabulous Hurricanes concert at the Countryside Hepland on March 31, 1961; and a ‘Meet the beat’ show for The Fabulous Cliff Roberts and The Rockers at Wallasey’s Grosvenor Ballroom on April 28. In overall fine condition, with some creasing to the Countryside Hepland handbill. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Jeff Gold at Record Mecca, letters of appraisal and authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, the latter indicating that the handbills originated from the personal collection of ‘Johnny Guitar’ Byrnes, who was a member of Rory Storm and the Hurricanes, the band Ringo Starr drummed with before joining The Beatles. An exceptional collection of early Merseybeat promotional flyers featuring some of the most influential players during the infancy of the 1960s rock scene. Estimate $1,000+
7058. Paul McCartney Liverpool High School Program.
Scarce unsigned program for the Liverpool Institute High School Speech Day on December 15, 1959, eight pages, 8 x 10, naming McCartney as an award winner in the “Special Prizes” list, “Prize for Art…J. P. McCartney.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $800+
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Choice handbill from the 1963 Beatles/Roy Orbison tour 7059. Beatles Grenada Handbill. Vibrant color handbill for the Beatles and Roy Orbison at the Granada Cinema in Woolwich on June 3, 1963, headlining a lineup that also included Gerry and the Pacemakers, Terry Young Six, Ian Crawford, Tony Marsh, Louise Cordet, David MacBeth, and Erkey Grant. In fine condition. The Beatles’ repertoire throughout the Roy Orbison tour contained seven songs: ‘Some Other Guy,’ ‘Do You Want To Know a Secret,’ ‘Love Me Do,’ ‘From Me to You,’ ‘Please Please Me,’ ‘I Saw Her Standing There,’ and ‘Twist and Shout.’ An excellent piece from this early concert tour. Estimate $1,500+
For the ‘rattle your jewelry’ seats at the Beatles performance for the Queen 7060. Beatles 1963 Royal Variety Performance Concert Ticket. Rare large
format ticket stub, 6.25 x 5.5, for the infamous appearance of the Beatles at the Prince of Wales Theatre in London on November 4, 1963, for a royal variety performance before Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother. In very good condition, with center folds and creasing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. This was the event where John Lennon took a jab at the Crown with his famous bit of stage banter: ‘For our last number I’d like to ask your help. The people in the cheaper seats clap your hands. And the rest of you, if you’d just rattle your jewelry.’ This ticket was for one of the expensive seats in the ‘dress circle,’ and cost nearly as much as the average weekly pay in Great Britain at the time. A superb piece from one of the earliest Beatles controversies. Estimate $3,000+
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7062. Beatles 1963 Bournemouth Ticket Stub. Ticket stub for
the first Beatles and Billy J. Kramer show at the Gaumont Theatre, Bournemouth, on August 21, 1963. In fine condition. A gorgeous stub much nicer than typically found. Estimate $200+
7063. Beatles 1964 Atlantic City Ticket. Un-
7061. Beatles and Roy Orbison 1963 Leeds Ticket Stub.
Ticket stub for the second Beatles and Roy Orbison show at the Odeon Theatre in Leeds on June 5, 1963. In fine condition. This concert came toward the end of the Roy Orbison/Beatles tour of the United Kingdom that ran from May–June 1963; although Orbison was intended to be the headliner, the Beatles’ emergence made them the primary attraction. An extremely well-preserved specimen of this early ticket stub. Estimate $800+
used ticket for the Beatles show at the Atlantic City Convention Hall on August 30, 1964, for admission on the main floor. The ticket, measuring 5.5 x 2.5, features blue print on beige cardstock. In fine condition, with one pin hole to a corner. Just over 18,000 fans packed the venue to see the band perform at the height of Beatlemania in America. Estimate $400+
Gorgeous complete ticket for the Indiana State Fair 7064. Beatles 1964 Indiana State Fair Ticket. Mint unused
ticket for the Beatles show at the Indiana State Fair on September 3, 1964, for admission to the box seats. The ticket, measuring 5.5 x 2, is deep red and features ‘floating head’ images of the band members. In fine condition. Estimate $800+
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7065. Beatles 1964 Hollywood Bowl and 1966 Chicago Pair of Ticket Stubs. Two ticket stubs: one for admission to the
box seats at the Beatles show at the Hollywood Bowl on August 23, 1964; and one for admission to the balcony at the Beatles concert at the International Amphitheatre in Chicago on August 12, 1966. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by the original Hollywood Bowl mailing envelope in which the ticket was sent. Estimate $200+
7066. Beatles Set of Four Ticket Stubs. Four
ticket stubs for Beatles concerts in New York: a white ticket stub for their show at the Forest Hills Music Festival on August 29, 1964; a beige ticket stub for the loge box at their Shea Stadium show on August 15, 1965; a beige ticket stub for the loge box at Shea Stadium on August 23, 1966; and a blue ticket stub for the mezzanine box at Shea Stadium on August 23, 1966. In overall fine condition. Estimate $300+
7067. Beatles 1965 Help! Movie Ticket. Uncommon
movie ticket for the royal world premiere of The Beatles’ film Help! at the London Pavilion in Piccadilly Circus on July 29, 1965, at 8:30 p.m., measuring 5.5 x 4.75, issued for “Dress Circle, Row E, Seat No. 26, 15 gns,” and noting the special attendance of Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, and the Earl of Snowdon. In very good to fine condition. Estimate $200+
7068. Beatles 1966 Candlestick Park Ticket. Choice unused ticket for the Beatles concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco on August 29, 1966, for lower stand admission. The ticket, measuring 5.75 x 2.5, features ‘floating head’ images of the band members and text reading, “KYA Radio 1260 Welcomes The Beatles.” In fine condition. This was the band’s very last scheduled live concert, thought they would appear unannounced for their famed ‘rooftop’ show in 1969. An uncommonly vibrant and virtually mint example. Estimate $500+
7070. Beatles 1966 Shea Stadium Ticket. Unused ticket for
the Beatles famous concert at Shea Stadium in New York on August 23, 1966, for admission to the upper reserved section. The ticket, measuring 6.25 x 1.5, features an image of the ‘Fab Four’ on the right side. In fine condition. A choice, complete example for what is considered one of the greatest concerts of all-time. Estimate $600+
7071. Beatles 1966 Cleveland Ticket Stub. Ticket stub
for the Beatles concert at Cleveland Stadium in Ohio on August 14, 1966, presented by the radio station WIXY 1260. In fine condition. The show was delayed for a half hour when over two thousand fans stormed the field four songs into the show. Estimate $200+
7072. Beatles 1966 Suffolk Downs Ticket.
Unused ticket for the Beatles show at Suffolk Downs in East Boston on August 18, 1966, for admission to the grandstand. The ticket, measuring 4 x 1.5, features bold black print on blue cardstock. In fine condition. Estimate $200+
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7073. Beatles Pair of 1966 D. C. Stadium Ticket Stubs.
Two ticket stubs for the Beatles concert at D. C. Stadium in Washington on August 15, 1966, for admission to the lower deck. In overall very good condition. Estimate $200+
7074. George Harrison 1974 Chicago Ticket.
Unused ticket for a George Harrison solo show at Chicago Stadium on November 30, 1974, for admission to the mezzanine. The ticket, measuring 5.25 x 1.5, features black print on pink cardstock. In fine condition. Although audiences received Harrison well during his 1974 North American tour, he received sharp criticism for some of his new India–inspired music, and it proved an important stepping stone in his musical development. Estimate $200+
Gala premiere for Lennon’s How I Won the War
7075. John Lennon: How I Won the War Movie Ticket. Large format ticket stub for the gala premiere of the film How I Won the War starring John Lennon and Michael Crawford, 5.5 x 5, held at the London Pavilion on October 18, 1967. In very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $800+
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7076. Beatles Talcum Powder Tin. Vintage Margo of Mayfair talc power tin container with printed group images of the Beatles on both sides and headed at the top, “With the Beatles,” measuring 4.5 x 7.5, manufactured by S. M. Limited of London. Embossed on the bottom, “Made in England.” In fine condition. Estimate $600+
7077. Beatles Wing Dings Sneakers. Re-
markable pair of unused official 1964 Beatles sneakers by Wing Dings, manufactured by NEMS Enterprises Limited in Saco, Maine, women’s size 65M, bearing blue canvas uppers with facsimile signatures and headshots of each band member, off-white rubber soles, and polka dot Wing Dings insoles. The inner heel lining of each sneaker features printed part numbers, “C03278, S11944,” each of which correlate with the included original matching Wing Dings shoebox, 11.5 x 4.5 x 3.25, showing images of The Beatles with facsimile signatures on the cover. The interior of the box bears the trademark logo of the Hague Sprague Corp. of Lynn, Massachusetts, with part number, “W–7078–B.” In fine condition. Estimate $600+
The Beatles at the Hollywood Bowl gold sales award 7078. Beatles: At the Hollywood Bowl Sales Award. Official floater-style RIAA gold sales award presented “to Capitol Records, Inc. to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Capitol Records, Inc. long-playing record album ‘The Beatles at the Hollywood Bowl.’” Framed with its disc, plate, and a small image of the album cover to an overall size of 17.25 x 21.25. Award retains its original backing. In fine condition, with trivial surface rubbing to frame. An uncommon accolade given that this Beatles record was only ever released on vinyl. Estimate $1,500+
7079. Beatles Cavern Club Promo Card.
Original circa 1963 promo card for The Cavern Club, 6.25 x 4, depicting the young band on the front with the caption, “The Cavern— The home of the Beatles.” The reverse bears an image of a red Cavern Club pennant and reads, “When you come to Liverpool…… you must visit the Cavern!” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7080. Beatles Irish Linen Wall Hanging. Appealing vintage
linen 30.5 x 20 wall tapestry of the Beatles by Ulster from circa 1963, showing the Fab Four wearing burgundy suits against a salmon backdrop with facsimile signatures above each musician, the margins are lined with a repeating pattern of drum parts and guitars. The lower border bears printed manufacturing information, “All Pure Linen, Made in Ireland, Ulster copyright, Fast Colours.” In fine condition, with expected light storage folds. Estimate $200+
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7081. Beatles Collection of Items. Group lot of several unsigned and uncommon Beatles items, including: a circa 1965 official Beatles fan club program entitled “Beatles (U.S.A.) Ltd.’”; a green official Beatles fan club program from 1971; a 1972 Capitol Records Mexican 45 rpm record featuring the songs ‘Can’t Buy Me Love / This Boy’ and ‘From Me to You / You Can’t Do That’; a rare, unused NEMS Enterprises cup insert showing head-shots of the Fab Four with facsimile signatures of their first names below; a blue hologram “I love Paul” Beatles pin by Vari-Vue; a red-and-white “I’m a Official Beatles fan” pin; an unsigned membership card of The Beatle Buddies’ Club; and a set of 23 Beatles playing cards from T. C. G., many of which bear printed facsimile signatures. In overall fine condition. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Estimate $200+
7082. Beatles ‘Yellow Submarine’ Three Dimensional Wall Hang-Up. Hard-
to-find unopened three-dimensional paper sculpture of the Beatles from the Apple Films production of Yellow Submarine, manufactured by the Craft Master Corporation of Toledo, Ohio circa 1968. The first of six Beatles dimensionals designed by Joe Gornall, this version is labeled “D–1,” and is depicted on the front of the 15 x 18 package in two-thirds its actual completed size. The reverse of the package offers assembly instructions and color images of the six Beatles designs. In very good to fine condition, with scattered soiling. Estimate $300+
7083. Beatles In-Flight Case. Vintage red Air Flite carrying case, 13.25 x 12 x
5.5, featuring an image of The Beatles with the band’s logo and facsimile signatures on the zippered front, and the original hand loop attached to a metal clip on the top of the case. In fine condition. Estimate $200+
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Wonderful set of 1964 Car Mascots bobbleheads 7084. Beatles Set of Bobblehead Dolls. Fantastic complete set of Beatles bobblehead dolls manufactured in Japan by Car Mascots, Inc., in 1964. Represented are John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr with their instruments and wearing matching attire, each measuring approximately 8˝ tall and bearing a facsimile signature on the front of the gold base. All four retain their original gold seals on the bottom. In overall fine condition, with a portion of one of Ringo’s drum sticks broken off. A highly appealing, well-preserved set of these classic Beatles collectibles. Estimate $600+
Exceedingly rare ‘Ad Back’ copy of Introducing The Beatles
7085. ‘Introducing The Beatles’ Album. Introducing The Beatles stereo ‘Ad Back’ album by Vee–Jay Records, designated “LP1062.” In fine condition. The record is included. One of the rarest of the album’s many variations, this uncommon example is enhanced furthermore by its spectacular shape. A highly appealing and seldom encountered Fab Four pressing. Estimate $2,000+
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Sought-after Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab album set
7086. Beatles Complete Set of Thirteen Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab Albums. Complete set of thirteen sealed Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab albums of the masters for the Beatles’ studio albums: Please Please Me; With the Beatles; A Hard Day’s Night; Beatles for Sale; Help!; Rubber Soul; Revolver; Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band; Magical Mystery Tour; The White Album; Yellow Submarine; Abbey Road; and Let It Be. In overall fine condition. These albums are very desirable and sought after by collectors and audiophiles alike. Estimate $1,000+
Handsome 1967 Apple Records wristwatch
7087. Beatles Apple Watch. Scarce circa 1967 Apple Records promotional wristwatch, measuring 1.5 x 1.5
one a 9˝ long suede black band. The back of the watch is engraved “Old England,” and the band is stamped in gold, “Made in England, Old England, Copyright Old England Watches Ltd 1967.” Includes the original gift box with the cover detached at the hinge, also gilt-stamped “Old England” and reading, “Original design by Richard Loftus,” along the side. In fine condition, with a few light marks and dings; watch’s function is temperamental but may work intermittently. This was one of just three officially licensed Beatles watches produced during the 1960s, and by some estimates only about one hundred were manufactured. An attractive Beatles collectible made even rarer by the presence of the original box. Estimate $800+
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Intriguing ‘Bag One’ neon artwork 7088. John Lennon ‘Bag One’ Artwork. Limited edition kinetic
neon artwork entitled ‘Bag One’ featuring a facsimile signature in the lower right, 10 x 15.5, numbered 296/375, produced circa 1987 as part of a series approved by Yoko Ono that features design interpretations by Harushi based on Lennon’s doodles and drawings. In fine working condition. Accompanied by the original power adapter and styrofoam packaging. Estimate $600+
7090. Beatles Photograph. Modern satin-finish 12 x 9.5 print
from an original negative by Dezo Hoffman showing the Beatles recording at Abbey Road Studios on September 4, 1962. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7091. Beatles Photograph. Modern satin-finish 12 x 9.5 print
from an original negative by Dezo Hoffman showing the Beatles outside Abbey Road Studios on March 5, 1963. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
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7092. Beatles Print. Limited edition 20 x 16 print of a photo by Chris Smith taken at South Beach Gym in 1964, showing a fist-raised Muhammad Ali posing next to the Beatles, with Ringo and Paul looking entirely uneasy, numbered 5/25. In fine condition. The Beatles were in town filming the Ed Sullivan Show in Miami. Estimate $200+
7094. Beatles Set of Four Original Press Photographs. Collection of four original glossy press photos, ranging in size from 8 x 6 to 10 x 8, with subjects including: the Beatles on stage during the Ed Sullivan Show in Miami; John, Paul, and George singing mid-performance; Lennon near a keyboard and guitar; and the group recording a promo at the EMI TV studio. All bear Keystone ink stamps on the reverse. In overall very good to fine condition. Estimate $200+
7095. Beatles Set of Four Original Press Photographs. 7093. Beatles Set of Four Original Press Photographs.
Collection of four original press photos, 8 x 6 to 10 x 8, with subjects including: the Beatles at a fan club show (two identical); the Beatles performing at the Cavern Club; and Lennon and McCartney playing guitars together in their early years. All bear Keystone ink stamps on the reverse. In overall very good to fine condition. Estimate $200+
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Collection of four original press photos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, with subjects including: all four Beatles with Marlene Dietrich; John, George, and future prime minister Harold Wilson; the group leaving from London Airport for the Bahamas; and all four after being honored at Buckingham Palace. All bear Keystone ink stamps and affixed press captions on the reverse. In overall very good to fine condition. Estimate $200+
7096. Beatles Set of Four Original Press Photographs. Collection of four original glossy 10 x 8 press photos of the Beatles during their concert at Shea Stadium in August 1965, with two showing them on stage, and two showing them on the field. All bear Keystone ink stamps on the reverse. In overall very good to fine condition. Estimate $200+
From Dick Clark’s personal collection
7097. Beatles Set of Four Oversized ‘Sgt. Pepper’s’ Outtake Photographs. Comical
set of four semi-glossy behind-thescenes photos taken of the Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album shoot at Michael Cooper’s London photography studio on March 30, 1967, two measure approximately 16.5 x 11.25, another 11.5 x 16.5, and the largest measures 14 x 19.75. In overall fine condition. An amusing and uncommon set showing many of the characters found on the Beatles’ outrageous album cover. Estimate $200+
7099. John Lennon and Paul McCartney Photograph. Oversized unsigned matte-finish 11 x 9 photo of Lennon and McCartney together in formal attire in its original mat and frame, from the personal collection of American Bandstand host Dick Clark. The sticker from Guernsey’s Dick Clark auction remains affixed to the glass. In fine condition, with a chip to the edge of the glass. Estimate $600+
7098. Beatles Set of Three Original Press Photographs. Collection of three original glossy press photos, 6 x 8 and 10 x 8, with subjects including: Paul, John, and George surrounding stand-in drummer Jimmie Nicol; Lennon, McCartney, and Harrison performing at a Birkenhead cinema; and Paul and George performing together. All bear Keystone ink stamps on the reverse. In overall very good to fine condition. Estimate $200+
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7103. John Lennon Vintage Photograph. Original
7100. George Harrison Vintage Photograph. Original
vintage semi-glossy 7.75 x 10 photo of George Harrison in the Apple offices on Savile Row, London, taken in 1969 by Tom Hanley. Reverse bears a Tom Hanley credit stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
vintage semiglossy 7.75 x 9.5 close-up photo of Lennon wearing headphones and his famous circular spectacles at Abbey Road Studios during the ‘Sgt. Pepper’ sessions in 1967. Taken by Beatles book photographer Leslie Bryce and bears his stamp on the reverse. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
7101. John Lennon and Paul McCartney Vintage Photograph.
Superb original vintage semiglossy 9.5 x 7.75 photo of Paul and John together during rehearsals for the ‘Our World’ broadcast in June 1967, during which they performed ‘All You Need Is Love.’ Taken by Beatles book photographer Leslie Bryce and bears his stamp on the reverse. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
7102. John Lennon and Yoko Ono Photograph. Rare
unsigned glossy 10 x 8 Apple Records publicity photo of John and Yoko from the late 1960s. In fine condition, with some vertical edge curling and notes on reverse leaving light impressions on image. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
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7104. John Lennon Vintage Photograph. Magnificent original vintage semi-glossy 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Lennon strumming a white Stratocaster at Abbey Road Studios during the ‘Rubber Soul’ sessions in 1965. Taken by Beatles book photographer Leslie Bryce and bears his stamp on the reverse (though the photo is vintage, the credit stamp is modern). In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
7105. John Lennon Vintage Photograph. Great original
7108. Paul McCartney Photograph.
vintage semi-glossy 8.25 x 12 photo of John Lennon drinking tea and smoking a cigarette in the basement of the Apple building on Savile Row, London, taken in 1969 by Tom Hanley. Reverse bears an affixed caption and Camera Press credit stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
Semi-glossy 8 x 10 photo from an original Linda McCartney negative showing Paul with a beard during the early 1970s. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7109. Paul McCartney Vintage Photograph. Sharp original
vintage semi-glossy 7.5 x 9.5 photo of McCartney at Abbey Road Studios during the ‘All You Need Is Love’ sessions in 1967. Taken by Beatles book photographer Leslie Bryce and bears his stamp on the reverse. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
7106. Paul McCartney and Jane Asher Vintage Photograph.
Striking scarce original vintage color glossy 7.75 x 9 photo of Paul and his girlfriend Jane Asher taken by Henry Grossman of New York, bearing Grossman’s credit stamp on the reverse. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
7107. Paul and Heather McCartney Photograph. Semi-
glossy 8 x 10 photo from an original Linda McCartney negative showing Paul and their daughter Heather at their home in Campbeltown, Scotland, during the late 1960s, with the image having been professionally hand-colorized in places. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7110. McCartney, Beck, and Page Oversized Photograph: Robert Knight. One-of-a-
kind color glossy 20 x 16 artist’s proof photo of Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page playing together at a private event in London in July 2005, signed in the lower right by the photographer Robert Knight. In fine condition. Originally acquired from a silent auction at McCartney’s charitable Adopt-A-Minefield Gala in 2005 and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the event. Consignor notes that he attempted to have Jeff Beck sign the photo in 2008, but the guitarist exploded with rage saying that the photographer had promised not to print any images from that event. Estimate $300+
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Epstein’s jokey 1965 Christmas card—“Fishing for compliments” 7111. Brian Epstein Signed Christmas Card. Rare Christmas card featuring an image of Epstein fishing, 5.75 x 8, signed inside in blue ballpoint using his first name only, “Brian.” The print inside humorously reads, “Fishing for compliments to give to you,” and features his home address, “24 Chapel Street, London SW1.” In fine condition, with light stains to cover. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked December 19, 1965. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Epstein was extremely influential in the Beatles’ rise to stardom and by this time they were at the height of their worldwide fame. Tragedy would strike less than two years later with Epstein’s death, which had a profound impact on the Beatles and marked the beginning of the end for the group. An appealing and highly desirable format not often seen. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
7112. Brian Epstein and Cilla Black Collection of Three Items. Three unsigned items related to Cilla Black’s appearance
at The Savoy Hotel on May 1, 1966: an invitation card reading, “Mr. Brian Epstein requests the pleasure of the company of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Thomas at the televising of ‘Cilla At The Savoy’”; an unused RSVP postcard with the pre-printed address for “Brian Epstein Esq., NEMS Enterprises Limited”; and a dinner menu from the event. In overall very good condition, with some creasing and toning. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $500+
7114. Beatles: Nat Weiss Pair of Vintage Photographs.
Two vintage matte-finish photos of Nat Weiss, the lawyer for the Beatles in the US and friend of Brian Epstein: a 9.5 x 7.25 photo of Weiss with Apple promo man Pete Bennett, stamped on the reverse by legendary rock photographer Bob Gruen and signed by Gruen in pencil in 2014; and an 8 x 10 photo of Weiss seated and raising a glass, stamped on the reverse by Linda Eastman, the future wife of Paul McCartney. In overall fine condition, with a few creases, mainly confined to borders. From the estate of Nat Weiss. Original photographs by Linda McCartney—especially those with a Beatles association—are scarce and extremely desirable. Estimate $200+
7113. Brian Epstein Memorial Service Invitation. Scarce invitation to the memorial
service for Beatles manager Brian Epstein, 4.5 x 3.5, held at the New London Synagogue, 33 Abbey Road, St. John’s Wood, London NW8 on October 17, 1967. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Epstein died of an overdose on August 27, 1967, sending shockwaves through the British entertainment industry. In order to give the Epstein family privacy the Beatles did not attend his funeral or burial, but did all go to this memorial service a few weeks later. Estimate $2,000+
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7115. Beatles: Astrid Kirchherr Signed Book. Signed book: preview copy of B.I.G.: Beatles in Germany. Limited white label edition of 100. Surrey, England: Genesis Publications, 1997. Hardcover with slipcase, 9.75 x 12.25, 138 pages. Signed on a sheet attached to the left of the colophon page in black ballpoint by Beatles photographer Astrid Kirchherr. Also signed on the colophon in black ballpoint and felt tip by Tony Sheridan, Gunter Zint, and Ulf Kruger. Included in the copy is a West German gingerbread seal, and four colorful sheets of exclusively made stamps of German Beatles memorabilia. In fine condition. Containing rare and unseen photographs of The Beatles, this sought-after limited edition preview copy vividly chronicles the Fab Four’s numerous visits to Germany. An excellent piece of visual Beatles history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $500+
7116. Beatles: Phil Spector Signed Album. Let It Be album
signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by producer Phil Spector. In fine condition, with general wear. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Deluxe edition of Sometime in New York City
7117. Yoko Ono and Bob Gruen Signed Book. Signed book: Sometime in New York City. Deluxe limited edition, numbered 714/2500. Guildford, Surrey, England: Genesis Publications, 1995. Black leather with screen-printed aluminum boards held in a solander box with silk-screening and a metal title plate, 10 x 12.75, 235 pages. Signed on the colophon in black felt tip by Yoko Ono and in blue felt tip by Bob Gruen. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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Elvis presley Early Presley signature on his chart-topping G. I. Blues soundtrack 7119. Elvis Presley Signed Album. Uncommon soundtrack album for the 1960 film G. I. Blues, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Presley. In fine condition, with overall expected light scuffing. The record is not included. A month after his honorable discharge from the US Army on March 5, 1960, Presley began work on both the G. I. Blues film and soundtrack. Despite earning unfavorable reviews from critics, G. I. Blues earned well at the box office, and its soundtrack companion earned top spot on the Billboard charts and two Grammy nominations. A very desirable and early Presley signature. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
7120. Elvis Presley Set of Three Business Cards. Collection
of three business cards for “Presley’s Center Courts,” each 3.5 x 2, for “Elvis Presley, Chairman of the Board,” “Dr. George Nichopoulos, President,” and “Joseph Esposito, Vice President.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a short letter of provenance from the daughter of Dr. Nicholpoulos. Elvis was supposed to be an investor in the project—a national chain of racquetball courts—but eventually backed out of the deal, though he still allowed his name to be used. Estimate $300+
7121. Elvis Presley Complete Set of Six Backstage Passes. Com-
plete set of circular backstage passes in six different colors, each measuring 3.25˝ in diameter, reading: “In Concert, Elvis, Building Personnel.” Colors included are gray, yellow, red, green, purple, and blue. Displayed within individual screw-down cases. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
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7122. Elvis Presley High School Graduation Program.
Program for Presley’s graduation from Humes High School in Memphis, Tennessee, held at Ellis Auditorium on June 3, 1953, two pages, 5.25 x 7.5, listing “Elvis Aron Presley” as one of the graduating boys. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light creasing and staining, and a neatly trimmed top edge. The next month on July 18, Elvis walked into Memphis Recording Service at the Sun Record Company and paid $3.98 to record the first of two double-sided demo acetates, ‘My Happiness’ and ‘That’s When Your Heartaches Begin,’ his very first recordings. Estimate $200+
Bob dlyan Limited edition Hohner Marine Band signed by the rare folk-rock master
7123. Bob Dylan Signed Harmonica. Exceptionally desirable limited edition Hohner
Marine Band harmonica in the key of C, signed across the top in black felt tip by Dylan. Includes a beautiful handcrafted inlaid ebony box with a letter of authenticity from Hohner displayed within the lid certifying Dylan’s signature. In fine condition. Hohner created only one hundred of these special collectibles. Although Dylan began playing the harmonica in high school, it wasn’t until the fall of 1960 that his ‘chugging’ style began to develop. By the time of his arrival in New York City in January 1961, he was an adept player, and the sound of the harmonica characterizes many of his earlier works. A remarkable collectible from Dylan, who is doubtlessly the most sought-after living legend. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
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Excessively rare 1980 letter from Toronto 7124. Bob Dylan Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, signed “Bob Dylan,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Park Plaza Hotel letterhead, no date but circa April 1980. Letter to a friend named “Steve,” in full: “We are up in Toronto singing and playing for about 3000 people a night in a downtown theatre—The Spirit of the Lord is calling people here in their beautiful and clean city but they are more interested in lining up for Apocalypse Now than to be baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost—Wanna thank you for that Bible as it is helpful in discovering a few phrases from and shedding more light on what the King James version reads—God will lift up your heart as you begin to realize that ‘He thru Christ has reconsiled [sic] man unto Himself’ (II Corinthians). You are in basic training and boot camp and I thank God you are and your commitment runs deep and you will be used to minister and break the hold of darkness in those you become face to face with—‘Study to show thyself approval.’ You will be strong in the Lord and seeing that looks are deceiving, you will work miracles that way—He has called you to be a saint and your responsibility is to him and him alone—Be praying and not looking back no more—press on toward what is ahead—I send love to you and will pray for strength and more strength for ya—Always in the name of Jesus Christ Son of God, Manifest in the flesh.” In very good to
fine condition, with mailing folds and light fading. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed in Dylan’s hand to “Steve.” By the time Dylan arrived in Toronto for his legendary Massey Hall run as part of the ‘Bob Dylan Gospel Tour,’ he had been preaching hellfire and brimstone for a year since his very public conversion to Christianity. He proceeded with nightly sermons on the fulfillment of the prophesies of Revelation, citing Russia’s invasion of Afghanistan and an increasingly unstable Middle East, but was frustrated to find the public more interested in seeing Apocalypse Now—an exploration of darkness—than in seeking the ‘light’ as the true apocalypse drew near. Dylan’s songs, too, took on a spiritual tone, and although he declined to play his hits of the past, his songwriting skills remained. His tight backing band, choir of gospel singers, and passionate stage presence made for some very powerful performances, and among the most enduring songs from this period are ‘Gotta Serve Somebody,’ ‘Solid Rock,’ and ‘Every Grain of Sand.’ This remarkable letter offers enormous insight into Dylan’s thoughts during a critical period of his career, and such lengthy handwritten material by Dylan is of the utmost rarity. Precertified REAL. Estimate $20,000+
“They are more interested in lining up for Apocalypse Now”
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Sought-after vintage signed promo record 7125. Bob Dylan Signed ‘Subterranean Homesick Blues’ 45 RPM. Vintage Columbia Records promotional 45 rpm record of
Dylan’s single ‘Subterranean Homesick Blues / She Belongs to Me,’ signed on the label in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original Columbia Records sleeve. Released on March 8, 1965, the single ‘Subterranean Homesick Blues’ became Dylan’s first top 40 hit in the US, and was subsequently set as the lead track to his Bringing It All Back Home album. Noted for its numerous lyrical allusions to the various cultural movements of the 1960s, the song was one of Dylan’s first electric pieces, and has gone on to influence a myriad artists that include John Lennon, The Weathermen, and Radiohead. An essential signed album from one of music’s foremost storytellers. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
Long lost acetate of Dylan’s cover of ‘Let It Be Me’ 7126. Bob Dylan’s Owned ‘Let It Be Me’ Acetate. Exceedingly rare Columbia Recording Studios 10˝ acetate of Bob Dylan’s ‘Let It Be Me,’ identified on the label in black ballpoint in an unknown hand, “Bob Dylan, Let It Be Me, 3:01, cut #1.” This acetate was made and used during the production of Dylan’s 1970 album Self Portrait, and exists as an alternate mix from the released album version. Includes its original Transco paper sleeve. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of provenance from a relative of the original recipient, as well as a letter of authenticity from Jeff Gold of Recordmecca, in part: “This acetate was part of a collection of 149 acetates found in a brownstone at 124 West Houston Street in New York City, where Dylan had a studio in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. The building was owned by Madeline Gins, who died in January 2014. Her executor found the acetates in two boxes labeled ‘Old Records,’ in a loft above the bedroom. These acetates originally belonged to Bob Dylan, who either discarded them or left them when he moved out of the building.” Originally published in French in 1955 as ‘Je t’appartiens’ by Gilbert Becaud and Pierre Delanoe, Let It Be Me became a huge hit for the Everly Brothers in 1960. Despite initially earning divisive reviews, Self Portrait, Dylan’s second double album and a self-described ‘bootleg’ record, quickly went gold upon its release in June 1970, and has since gained a cult following for its variety of odd covers and satirical content. A unique and highly sought-after acetate elevated by its incredible provenance. Estimate $2,000+
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Dylan’s electric Highway 61 7127. Bob Dylan Signed Album. Highway
61 Revisited album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Dylan. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann, who added a notation inside the sleeve that it was signed in Garden City, New York, on June 29, 2007. A rare example of the famous album when Dylan ‘went electric.’ Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
7128. Bob Dylan: Modern Times Sales Award. In-house double platinum sales award presented “to commemorate worldwide sales of more than 2 million copies and the #1 U.S. debut of Bob Dylan’s album ‘Modern Times.’” Framed with its plate, CD, album cover, and a large image of Dylan wearing a cowboy hat to an overall size of 21 x 17. Award retains its original backing with an Ill-Eagle Enterprises label. In fine condition. Estimate $400+
7129. Bob Dylan: Time Out of Mind Sales Award. In-house award presented “to commemorate the release of ‘Time Out of Mind’ and in recognition of Bob Dylan’s historic career.” Framed with an engraved plaque, CD, an image of the album cover, and a display of 42 album covers denoting Dylan’s career releases to an overall size of 21.25 x 17.25. Award retains its original backing with an Ill-Eagle Enterprises label. In fine condition. Estimate $400+
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In the year of Electric Ladyland, Hendrix pens his only known handwritten letter 7131. Jimi Hendrix Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page,
“Your sister is out of sight plus beautiful plus groovy plus ALIVE plus electric”
7.25 x 10, American Airlines letterhead, November 16, 1968. Letter to “Jerry,” in full: “Your sister is out of sight plus beautiful plus groovy plus ALIVE plus electric. I hope well for you in the future of whatever you may go through. Remember yourself.” Below, he sketches a heart and adds “to your sister.” In fine condition, with interesting folds and mild creasing and toning; the overall visual appeal of this rare piece remains. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “In November of 1968, my sister Melinda had a flight from New York to L.A. On the flight roster of important people was the name Jimi Hendrix…She introduced herself & told him she was a fan of his & had a brother that really liked his music also. But she was too embarrassed to ask for his autograph…she finally asked him but he said he was a little busy right then…As he was leaving the plane, he went up to my sister and apologized… and said give me your brother’s address and I will send him my autograph. A few days later I received a letter and autograph from Jimi Hendrix.” This incredibly rare letter comes from a significant time in Hendrix’s career—on November 16, 1968, his recently released album Electric Ladyland hit number one on the Billboard charts. Despite his wild success and wilder lifestyle—with nearly any woman he pleased at his fingertips—Hendrix was so enamored with the recipient’s sister that he decided to sit down, compose, and send this incredible letter. Boasting quintessentially ‘out of sight’ content from the iconic rock star, this is an extraordinary piece. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $30,000+
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Extraordinary archive from Hendrix’s 1968 arrest in Sweden 7132. Jimi Hendrix Signed Swedish Arrest Documents. Archive re-
lated to Hendrix’s arrest in Sweden in January 1968 after destroying his hotel room in Gothenburg, totaling twenty-three pages, highlighted by a DS in English, signed “Jimi Hendrix,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, January 4, 1968, headed “Prohibition to Leave the Country.” In full: “American subject Hendrix James Marshall born on 27/11/42 is on reasonable grounds suspected of having committed damage at Gothenburg on 4th January 1968. There is reason to believe that he/she might abscond or otherwise evade legal proceedings or punishment. For this reason the public prosecutor Bokelund has this day issued an order of prohibition to leave the country as follows: Hendrix shall stay in Gothenburg and is forbidden to leave the city without the permission of the prosecuting authorities. He/she shall report daily to the police at 14 o’clock hours. Furthermore, he/she is ordered to hand over passport, driving license and keys of motor vehicle, so that they may be kept in custody of the police authorities during the time of the prohibition to leave the country. To the police in Gothenburg from the 9th of January 68. This prohibition shall be valid from the date it was served on the person concerned and until otherwise provided. In case of infringement of the travel prohibition or of the conditions appertaining there to, he/she shall be liable to immediate arrest or be remanded in custody. Hendrix has the right to appeal against this decision. Any such request shall be made in writing to Goteborgs Radhusratt (Law Court of Gothenburg).” Hendrix signs at the conclusion to confirm his receipt of a copy of the document. The other documents are in Swedish and include: reports detailing the events that took place leading up to Jimi’s arrest; detailed witness statements in Swedish from the porter at the Hotel Opalen, Mitch Mitchell, and Hendrix himself; a list on two pages of Hotel Opalen letterhead of the items that Jimi Hendrix damaged or destroyed in his hotel room; and various legal papers which detail such things as Jimi’s birthdate, London address, parents, and other personal information. The papers are stapled together and contained within a Gothenburg Magistrates Court folder identifying the prosecutor Bengt Kviele and defendant, “musician James Marshall Hendrix.” In very good to fine condition, with expected overall handling wear and some tears to the folder. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, as well as two unsigned photos of Hendrix and his band in Sweden. After landing in Gothenburg on January 3, 1968, to embark on a four-show tour of Sweden and Denmark, the members of the Jimi Hendrix Experience checked into the Hotel Opalen before going out to party late into the night. Their carousing continued after returning to the hotel until the staff received a complaint at 4 o’clock in the morning. Upon entering the room, the staff found Hendrix bleeding after having gone on a drunken rampage and punched through the hotel window. He was charged with criminal damage and taken to a hospital to receive stitches in his right hand. His court date was set for January 16 and in the meantime he was required to report to the police station every afternoon. Ultimately, Hendrix received just a small fine. An incredibly rare piece from a tumultuous few weeks of the legendary guitarist’s life. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $20,000+ www.rrauction.com 57
Hendrix, Redding, and Mitchell from the fall of 1967 7133. Jimi Hendrix Experience Signatures. Circa autumn 1967 red ballpoint signature, “Jimi Hendrix,” and black ballpoint signatures, “Cheers, Noel Redding” and “Mitch,” on an off-white 5 x 4 slip. In fine condition, with the Hendrix signature a shade light and light toning to edges, which could be easily matted out. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at England’s Brighton Dome on December 2, 1967, during the tail-end of their 16-date UK fall tour. Accompanied by a modern photo of the band posing with members of The Move, The Nice, and Pink Floyd, showing Syd Barrett in a fragile state of mind. Hendrix and the Experience headed back to Europe after a brief if not wildly successful series of stateside summer concerts that included their legendary appearance at the Monterey Pop Festival in June 1967. Hendrix and company would cap off the year with further touring in both the UK and Scandinavia, riding high on the success of their two 1967 albums, Are You Experienced and Axis: Bold as Love. An ideal, uninscribed set of the full Experience lineup, a trio which is becoming increasingly more difficult to find. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
Early 1967 signatures of Jimi and Mitch 7134. Jimi Hendrix and Mitch Mitchell Signed Handbill. Black ballpoint signature,
“Love to you! Jimi Hendrix,” and a pencil signature, “Love, Mitch, x,” on the reverse of an off-white 3.25 x 5.75 flyer for the infamous Blue Moon Club in Cheltenham, England. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing. Accompanied by a modern photo of Hendrix. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained on February 11, 1967, during the band’s stop at the Blue Moon Club, one of many small clubs Hendrix and the Experience would play when they weren’t recording their debut album at London’s Olympic Studios; many advertisements from this time period spelled Hendrix’s first name as ‘Jimmie,’ indicating his still underground musical status. Are You Experienced would release just three months later to widespread critical acclaim, jumpstarting the Jimi Hendrix global phenomenon. A magnificent pair of signatures deriving from one of Hendrix’s earliest UK performances. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
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“Jimmy Hendrix” signs six months before leaving for London 7135. Jimi Hendrix Signed Document. Exceedingly early DS, signed
“Jimmy Hendrix,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, March 30, 1966. A popular songwriters contract with RSVP Music, Inc. in which Hendrix agrees to sell the rights to an “original musical composition…now entitled: ‘I Ain’t Taking Care of No Business’” for the sum of $1 and additional royalties. Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Hendrix, and countersigned by RSVP president Jerry Simon. In fine condition. Hendrix initially wrote ‘I Ain’t Taking Care of No Business’ with Curtis Knight in 1965; the track never made it on to any of Hendrix’s studio albums but was later re-recorded during sessions for Axis: Bold as Love in May 1967. After his discharge from the Army in 1961, Hendrix began working as a pickup guitarist under the alias Jimmy James, a moniker he kept while touring the various Greenwich Village coffeehouses with his backing group the Blue Flames in 1965. During these lower Manhattan gigs Hendrix became acquainted with Animals bassist Chas Chandler who encouraged the guitarist to move with him to London and form a new band. Upon Hendrix’s London arrival in the early fall of 1966, Chandler changed his role to manager, recruited Mitch Mitchell and Noel Redding, and convinced Hendrix to change his name to ‘Jimi.’ The resulting Jimi Hendrix Experience would famously go down as one of rock music’s greatest incarnations. A simply phenomenal early Hendrix contract signed months before heading one of the biggest acts of the 1960s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
7136. Jimi Hendrix Signed Postcard. Ex-
ceptional Family Dog Productions postcard showing Wes Wilson’s poster for a series of three Grateful Dead performances at San Francisco’s Avalon Ballroom on October 11–13, 1968, signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Love to you, Eilleen, Jimi Hendrix,” adding a small heart, and “Noel Redding.” In very good condition, with overall wrinkling and creasing from handling, and pencil notations. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
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Rare 1968 Phoenix Coliseum handbill 7137. Jimi Hendrix Experience Signed Handbill. Scarce
handbill for the Jimi Hendrix Experience and Vanilla Fudge show at the Phoenix Coliseum on September 4, 1968, one page, 8.25 x 10, signed in black ballpoint, “Stay Groovy, Jimi Hendrix.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, edge chips, small holes, and a small stain to signature area. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “On Wednesday, September 4th, 1968, me and my friend Greg hitchhiked to Scottsdale Arizona…to go to the Jimi Hendrix and Vanilla Fudge concert…It was about dusk as we were walking down the streets of Scottsdale, which were almost deserted except for a black limo in front of an Indian/Western store…I looked over toward the shop’s windows and there was Jimi looking at us…We both ran into the shop and there was Jimi with a pile of boxes he was buying…Jimi asked us if we were going to the show. We said yes and there was a pile of concert posters on the counter and picked one up and gave it to Jimi and he signed it.” Hendrix performed rare live versions of ‘Are You Experienced?,’ ‘Like a Rolling Stone,’ and ‘Little Wing’ at the Phoenix Coliseum show and thrilled the capacity crowd. An extraordinary piece with excellent, detailed provenance. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
‘Cry of Love’ award for drummer Mitch Mitchell 7138. Jimi Hendrix Sales Award Belonging to Mitch Mitchell. Official white-matte RIAA gold record sales award presented “to Mitch Mitchell to commemorate the sale of more than one million dollars worth of Reprise Records long-playing record album ‘Cry of Love.’” Framed with its disc, plate, and a small image of the album cover to an overall size of 17.5 x 21.5. Award retains its original tape-repaired New York Frame & Picture backing. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Mitchell’s widow, Dee, in part: “This award was presented to my husband, Mitch Mitchell, drummer in the Experience. The award was owned by Mitch and then me.” The first of a number of albums released following the tragic death of Jimi Hendrix, The Cry of Love consisted of ten original songs the guitarist had been preparing for an upcoming album. Released in March 1971, The Cry of Love became an instant hit in the UK and US, selling over 500,000 copies by the following month. Along with Hendrix, Mitchell was credited as one of the record’s producers, assisting with final mixes and track selection. Original ‘white matte’ style awards such as these, presented to band members, are highly desired by collectors. Estimate $6,000+
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Jimi plays the University of Oklahoma in 1970
7139. Jimi Hendrix Yearbook.
Original hardcover copy of the Arrow, the annual for James A. Garfield High School, Seattle, Washington, for 1961, 11 x 8.5, with a small individual portrait of James Hendrix as a member of the junior class. Yearbook bears numerous signatures and dedications to the book’s original owner throughout and is not signed by Hendrix. In very good condition, with toning and foxing to opening and closing pages, weak front hinge, and expected handling wear. Estimate $300+
7141. Jimi Hendrix Concert Flyer. Sought-after bright purple 8.25
x 11.5 concert flyer promoting a pair of Jimi Hendrix performances at the University of Oklahoma field house in Norman, Oklahoma, on May 8, 1970. In fine condition, with scattered light surface impressions. Estimate $1,000+
7142. Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton Oversized Photograph. Fantastic
7140. Jimi Hendrix Print by Ira Cohen. Psychedelic color limited edition 21.25 x 15.5 silkscreen print on Mylar of Jimi Hendrix lounging during a photo shoot for photographer Ira Cohen, numbered 51/100, signed on the mount in black felt tip by Cohen. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of Cohen’s unusual account of Hendrix’s sitting. According to the executor of Cohen’s estate, this edition was never completed and far fewer than the initial 100 anticipated were ever signed and released. Estimate $500+
color semi-glossy 15.5 x 15.75 photo of Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton smoking backstage at the Speakeasy in London on March 16, 1967. In fine condition. This is a wonderful photo commemorating Hendrix’s formative time in England and the only time these two great guitarists were photographed together. Estimate $200+
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rolling stones Gorgeous promo card— the finest yet encountered
7144. Rolling Stones Signed Promo Card. Choice vintage circa 1964 Decca Records promo card of the group, 5.5 x 4.25, beauti-
fully signed in blue ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. This features the same image used for the cover of the band’s self-titled debut EP, which Decca released in January 1964 to test the commercial appeal of the Rolling Stones before they would commit to producing a full album. This fully signed promo card is in far better condition than those typically seen—a superlative, early example. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
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Full vintage set of the 1964 Stones 7145. Rolling Stones Signed Page. Circa 1964 ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts, who adds “Rolling Stones” on a brown 6.75 x 6.75 sheet. In fine condition, with a horizontal fold through Jones and Wyman, and small creases to “Rolling Stones.” Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. A crisp, complete set of vintage Stones signatures, highlighted by Watts’s band name addition. Estimate $1,500+
Entire Stones lineup from the Black and Blue tour 7146. Rolling Stones Signed Program.
Rare program for the Rolling Stones’ ‘Black and Blue’ tour of the United Kingdom in 1976, 20 pages, 8.25 x 11.75, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, and Bill Wyman, and on the back cover in black felt tip by Ronnie Wood and Charlie Watts. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Capable of unfolding into a visually appealing display piece, this crisply signed program is made notable for the debut presence of Wood, who permanently replaced Mick Taylor as the band’s second guitarist. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
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7150. Rolling Stones Signed Guitar: Jagger, Richards, and Wood . At-
7148. Rolling Stones Signed Album. Steel Wheels album
signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, and Bill Wyman. In very good to fine condition, with some wear and light contrast to signatures against the dark and busy background. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
tractive cream-bodied Affinity series Fender Squier telecaster electric guitar, serial No. CY98115458, signed on the body in black felt tip by Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, and in blue felt tip by Mick Jagger. The back of the guitar head bears a felt tip date notation of April 30, 2000. A chip and scuffing near the Richards signature, and scattered chips and scuffs to back of the guitar, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
Fantastic signed guitar from the full 2002 Stones lineup 7149. Rolling Stones Signed Guitar. Highly
appealing right-handed butterscotch blonde Affinity series Fender Squier telecaster electric guitar, serial number CY140802135, signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, and Keith Richards, the latter two adding the year signed, “2002.� In fine condition. Oversized. A uniform and boldly signed assemblage of the band, obtained in the very year the Stones would embark on their historic Licks Tour, a globe-trotting journey in support of their 40th anniversary compilation album, Forty Licks. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $4,000+
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Gargantuan Black and Blue litho signed by Jagger, Richards, Wood, and Watts 7151. Rolling Stones Signed Lithograph. Enormous color 33.5 x 21.5
lithograph of the cover to Black and Blue, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Charlie Watts, who playfully draws in a suit and tie. Archivally framed and in fine condition. Oversized. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at a private after party at Boston’s Fleet Center following the band’s premiere show of their 40 Licks World Tour on September 3, 2002. An immensely appealing multi-signed display highlighted by Watts’s humorous sketch, an addition he rarely incorporates into signed items. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
Stunning oversized Exile On Main St. limited edition suite
7152. Rolling Stones Set of Signed Lithographs in Presentation Case. Impressive limited edition suite of three lithographs entitled ‘The Rolling Stones: Exile On Main St.,’ consisting of three color 24 x 36 lithographs housed in an artisan portfolio, numbered 316/1000, individually signed in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Charlie Watts. Contained within a fantastic wooden case measuring 26 x 38 x 6 bearing a Rolling Stones ‘Licks’ emblem in the center of the lid. In fine condition. Oversized. An absolutely magnificent presentation. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
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7153. Rolling Stones Set of Five Signed Photographs. Collection of five photos of individual members of the Rolling Stones, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in felt tip by the subject, including Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, and Bill Wyman. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7154. Rolling Stones Set of Three Signed Magazine Photographs.
Three color German magazine photos of the Rolling Stones, ranging in size from 8.5 x 11 to 16.5 x 11.25, each signed in black felt tip. Images include: Ronnie Wood smoking a cigarette, signed by Wood; Bill Wyman lounging in a throne, signed by Wyman; and the band performing on stage, signed by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Charlie Watts. The group photo is affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In overall fine condition, with wrinkling and expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7155. Rolling Stones Signed Album: Richards and Wyman. Their
Satanic Majesties Request album signed on the lenticular image on the cover in blue felt tip by Keith Richards and Bill Wyman. In fine condition. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7156. Bill Wyman Signed Lithograph.
Color limited edition 13 x 19 lithograph entitled ‘Keef Then & Now,’ numbered 3/75, signed in black felt tip by Bill Wyman and in pencil by the artist, Gerald Scarfe. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Jagger writes out the rehearsal set-list for the storied 1981 Cockroaches show 7157. Mick Jagger Handwritten Setlist. Fantastic set-list for a Rolling Stones rehearsal prior to their secret warm-up session at Sir Morgan’s Cove in Worcester, Massachusetts, on September 14, 1981, handwritten in green ballpoint by Mick Jagger on an off-white 8.25 x 11 lightly-lined sheet, headed at the top “Blues & CB’s & Encore,” and listing fourteen songs which consist of four Chuck Berry tunes, six blues standards, and four Stones originals. In very good condition, with discoloration from three guitar picks, light toning, small edge tears, and one small hole. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL, and two letters of provenance from the original recipient, one letter, in part: “I was employed as a carpenter by Gil Markle owner of Long View Farm Recording Studio in 1981 to help build a large stage, kitchen, lounge area, bedroom and bathroom for the Rolling Stones stay at the farm prior to the 1981 Tattoo You tour. I was asked to stay on as part of the Stones staff during their fourteen-week stay at the farm… This letter is to authenticate the song list hand written by Mick Jagger for their secret warm up gig at Sir Morgan’s Cove in September 1981. Ian MacLagen who played keyboard for the Stones on this tour gave this song list to me.” As preparation for their first tour in three years, the Stones spent two months rehearsing at Long View Farms in West Brookfield, Massachusetts. Eager to play before a live audience, the band scheduled a surprise concert at the Sir Morgan’s Cove rock club under the name Little Boy Blue & The Cockroaches. Word inevitably leaked, however, and it wasn’t long before nearly 4,000 people crowded the small Worcester venue. Backed by its excellent provenance, this is an exceptionally rare song list penned by the Stones’ iconic frontman. Estimate $5,000+
Wood’s tour shirt from the 1990 Urban Jungle tour 7158. Ronnie Wood’s Tour-Worn T-Shirt. Ronnie
Wood’s tour-worn red-andwhite striped polo shirt designed for the Rolling Stones’ 1990 European Urban Jungle tour, size large, with blue embroidery on the left chest showing the beast logo and tour name, and promotions, “Showco” and “Prism Sound System,” stitched at the end of each arm. In fine condition. Derives from the collection of Suzie Stokes, the main dress designer for the Stones’ Steel Wheels, Voodoo Lounge, and Urban Jungle tours. Accompanied by an unpublished Polaroid of Wood wearing the shirt aboard a plane in 1990. Worn by the Stones’ longtime guitarist, this is an exceptional example of rock music apparel elevated by its terrific visual provenance. Estimate $600+ www.rrauction.com 67
Early unpublished 1964 after party candids
7159. Keith Richards and Bill Wyman Vintage Photograph. Unsigned original
semi-glossy 9.75 x 7.75 photo of Keith Richard and Bill Wyman recording an acoustic set in studio during the 1960s, taken by important British rock photographer Gered Mankowitz. Stamped on the reverse by Gered Mankowitz Studios Limited. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7160. Rolling Stones Set of Four Photographs. Collection of four fantastic original unpublished candid photos, 6.5 x 4.5, showing the members of the Rolling Stones having fun at a concert after party in Manchester, England in 1964. In overall very good condition. Sold with copyright included. A unique and desirable collection. Estimate $400+
Sought-after and long sold out edition of Masons Yard to Primrose Hill 7161. Rolling Stones: Gered Mankowitz. Signed book: Rolling
Stones: Masons Yard to Primrose Hill, 1965–1967. First edition. Guildford, Surrey, England: Genesis Publications, 1995. Quarter leather-bound hardcover with silk-screened slipcase, 10 x 12, 127 pages. Signed on the colophon in silver ink by Gered Mankowitz. Includes an original three-frame contact strip from the negative affixed to the colophon. In fine condition. An exceedingly difficult-to-find collection of never-before-seen photographs that sold out immediately upon its publication. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $500+
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Rare photo of The Doors’ frontman 7163. Jim Morrison Signed Photograph.
Scarce glossy 4 x 8 photo of the influential Doors lead singer, staring directly into the camera, signed in black ballpoint, “J. Morrison.” In fine condition, with slight emulsion irregularities constrained to the bottom of the image, affecting nothing. A fabulous uninscribed photo of the counterculture icon, and just the second signed photo of Morrison we have ever offered. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
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7164. The Doors Signed Photograph.
Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the band at a bar, signed in person in blue felt tip by Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, and John Densmore. In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7165. The Doors Signed Album: Manzarek and Krieger. Waiting for
the Sun album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger. In fine condition, with some spine wear. The record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
The Doors kick off their ’68 tour of Europe 7166. The Doors Handbill. Rare double-sided handbill for performances by The Doors and Jefferson Airplane at Middle Earth, New Roundhouse, Chalk Farm, London, on September 6 and 7, 1968, 6.75 x 10, featuring The Doors on one side and Jefferson Airplane on the other. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. This was an unusual bill as The Doors opened for Jefferson Airplane on the 6th, reversing the order for the 7th so Jefferson Airplane opened. These were the first shows of The Doors’ 1968 European tour and they went extremely well—Jim Morrison would later cite the show on September 7th as one of the band’s best performances ever. Estimate $1,000+
7167. The Doors Original Concert Poster Production Art.
Collection of poster production materials from the archives of artist Mark Arminski: a color 20 x 26 artist’s proof of the 1995 poster created by Arminski to honor the Doors show at the Whisky-A-Go-Go in 1966, signed in the lower border by Arminski; original felt tip artwork of the “Doors” name on a sheet of tracing paper affixed to a 17 x 11 sheet, signed on the sheet by Arminski; and two of the mechanical separations used in printing the poster, one being a black image of the main design with a red acetate “Doors” overlay, and the other being a transparency with applied gecko images. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Arminski. Estimate $500+
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Outstanding 42 portrait compilation 7168. Jim Morrison Contact Sheet. Uncom-
mon original semi-glossy 10 x 8 contact sheet featuring forty-two different images of Jim Morrison, including numerous fantastic close-up portraits. Stamped on the reverse by Gloria Stavers, the editor-in-chief and photographer for 16 Magazine. In fine condition, with some scattered creasing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
7169. The Doors: Live at the Hollywood Bowl Sales Award. Uncommon official flower hologram-style RIAA
gold video award “for more than 25,000 sales or retail value over $1,000,000 of the music video ‘The Doors: Live at the Hollywood Bowl,’ MCA Home Video.” Framed with its plate and a small cover of the home video to an overall size of 13 x 17. Award retains its original tape-repaired backing. In fine condition. Estimate $400+
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grateful dead 7173. Grateful Dead Governor’s Hall Sacramento 1966 Poster. Original
7171. Grateful Dead Hill Auditorium Ann Arbor 1971 Poster. Original color first printing 16.5 x 21.5 poster for perfor-
mances by the Grateful Dead and New Riders of the Purple Sage at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor, December 14–15, 1971, featuring whimsical artwork by Gary Grimshaw. Catalog designation AOR 4.187-OP-1. Archivally double-matted and custom-framed with UV-resistant museum glass to an overall size of 26 x 31. In very fine condition. Oversized. Estimate $1,500+
color first printing 15 x 21.75 poster for the Grateful Dead and Quicksilver Messenger Service show at Governor’s Hall, Sacramento, on December 28, 1966, featuring psychedelic “Vivid Vision” artwork by Jack Ogden. Catalog designation AOR 3.14-OP-1. Archivally double-matted and custom-framed with UV-resistant museum glass to an overall size of 24.5 x 31.5. In very fine condition. Oversized. Estimate $1,000+
7172. Grateful Dead Radio City Music Hall NYC 1980 Poster. Original
color first printing 21.25 x 27.25 poster for a series of Grateful Dead shows at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City, October 22–31, 1980, featuring the tremendous artwork of Dennis Larkins and Peter Barsotti. Archivally triple-matted and custom-framed with UV-resistant museum glass to an overall size of 32.5 x 38.5. In very fine condition. Oversized. Estimate $1,000+
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7174. Grateful Dead Warfield San Francisco 1980 Poster.
Original color uncut first printing 19.25 x 27.5 proof for a series of Grateful Dead shows at San Francisco’s Warfield Theatre, September 25 to October 14, 1980, featuring phenomenal artwork by Dennis Larkins and Peter Barsotti. Catalog designation AOR 4.45-OP-1. Archivally matted and custom-framed with UV-resistant museum glass to an overall size of 28.75 x 37. In very fine condition. Oversized. Estimate $1,500+
7175. Grateful Dead Denver Colorado Poster. Original first
printing of a color 14 x 20 poster promoting a pair of Grateful Dead concerts at Denver’s The Family Dog on September 22-23, 1967, designed by artist Dennis Nolan and listing Mother Earth as the supporting act, with a light show by the Diogenes Lantern. In fine condition. Estimate $300+
7176. Grateful Dead Fillmore West Poster. Excellent
original Bill Graham color 14 x 21.5 poster promoting a series of Grateful Dead concerts at the Fillmore West on January 2-4, 1969, designed by artist Randy Tuten and depicting the Queen Mary looming high above a bay and cartoon bus stop, listing Blood, Sweat, and Tears and Spirit as supporting acts, with a light show by The Brotherhood of Lights. In fine condition. Estimate $300+
Wonderful silhouette artwork for Road Trips Vol. 3 7177. Grateful Dead Fillmore East 1970 Road Trips Volume 3 Number 3 Original Artwork. Fabulous original
airbrush, gouache, and ink album artwork for the cover of the Grateful Dead live three–CD set Road Trips Volume 3 Number 3, 16 x 14, signed on the right side in black ink by the artist Scott full band silhouetted against a psychedelic orange and turquoise background. AMcDougall, “S. McDougall.” The fantastic artwork depicts therchivally double-matted and custom-framed with UV-resistant museum glass to an overall size of 27 x 25. In fine condition. Oversized. A delightful original piece of artwork for the Dead aficionado. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $3,000+
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Original 1973 Grateful Dead poster art 7178. Grateful Dead Original BG-288 Artwork By David Byrd. Original pre-
liminary artwork for the Grateful Dead poster for their show at Nassau Coliseum on March 15–16, 1973, accomplished in graphite by artist David Byrd on an off-white 14.5 x 12.5 sheet, signed vertically on the left side in pencil, “19—David Edward Byrd—73.” Archivally double-matted and framed to an overall size of 28 x 26. In fine condition. Oversized. The final poster this artwork was used for was designated BG288 and measured approximately 25 x 38. In addition to the two dancing figures in the center, the poster was headed ‘A Swell Dance Concert’ at the very top with ‘The Grateful Dead’ below. A unique, rarely seen production piece for a classic poster. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $4,000+
7179. Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane Pair of Postcards. Two uncommon double
postcards designed by Lee Conklin, each measuring 9.25 x 7 opened. The first advertises performances by Jefferson Airplane, Ballet AfroHaiti, A. B. Skhy, Procol Harum, Santana, and Salloom Sinclair at the Fillmore West between October 24 and November 2, 1968; the second advertises performances by Grateful Dead, Pentangle, Sir Douglas Quintet, Spirit, Ten Years After, and Country Weather at the Fillmore West between February 27 and March 9, 1969. In overall fine condition, with central vertical folds and tack holes to corners. Estimate $200+
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led zeppelin Exceedingly rare fully signed Led Zeppelin II record
7180. Led Zeppelin Signed Album Sleeve. Incredible Led Zeppelin II album sleeve signed and inscribed on the inner gatefold above their respective monuments in black ballpoint, “Good luck, John Paul Jones,” “Justin, all the best, Jimmy Page,” and “Best wishes, John Bonham,” and in blue ballpoint, “To Justin, Rock on, Robert Plant.” Page has also penned an inscription on the front cover in black ballpoint, “To Justin, from Led Zeppelin.” In very good to fine condition, with some staining and overall wear, most notably to spine; gatefold and signature areas remain in pristine condition and unaffected, and would display brilliantly. The record is not included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, in part: “This is to confirm that the autographs of Led Zeppelin signed on their second studio album ‘Led Zeppelin II’ illustrated below is authentic…The signatures date to the early 1970s.” Upon its release in late October 1969, Zeppelin’s eponymously titled sophomore effort became an instant, monster success within the US and UK, and quickly cemented the quartet as the next great British rock act. With David Juniper’s Grammy-nominated cover art depicting the band alongside the famed WWI Flying Circus division, the album’s visual edge syncopated with the sheer density of the music; the work on Led Zeppelin II has since credited the band as pioneering the ‘heavy metal’ sound alongside other acts like Black Sabbath and Deep Purple. Given the era’s passive attitude towards autograph collecting and the increased security implemented by Zeppelin’s now legendary manager Peter Grant, due to their meteoric rise to fame, band-signed items remain exceptionally scarce. There are reportedly less than thirty known fully signed Led Zeppelin albums extant. A true rarity and quite possibly the finest example of Led Zeppelin II we have ever offered and potentially known to exist. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $20,000+ www.rrauction.com 75
Vibrant uninscribed Zeppelin photo 7181. Led Zeppelin Signed Magazine Photograph. Fan-
tastic color 11 x 8.5 German magazine photo of Led Zeppelin, signed boldly in black felt tip by John Bonham, Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones. In fine condition. A visually appealing, uninscribed assemblage of the entire band, picturing Zeppelin at the very apogee of their rock star status. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
Full in-person set from 1971 7182. Led Zeppelin Signatures. Vintage felt tip and ballpoint
signatures of Jimmy Page, John Bonham, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones on individual 4.5 x 3.5 slips bearing Zeppelin-related imagery clipped from the Melody Maker newspaper. In very good condition, with creasing and show-through from toned tape. Accompanied by a ticket stub from the show where these were signed, a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, and a detailed letter of provenance from the original recipient stating they were signed at Preston Public Hall on November 23, 1971, in part: “My friend and I had bought tickets to the gig but on many occasions we learnt that in order to hang out with our favourite bands, the best way to get access at the Public Hall was to wait outside the stage entrance at about 3 pm onwards and when the crew turned up with the gear we offered to lend a hand‌ In return we got to hang out with the roadies and eventually get back stage when the band arrived. At the time of the Led Zeppelin gig we got to meet the band several times and these autographs were written at the end of the gig on a page from Melody Maker.â€? Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
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7183. Led Zeppelin Signed Poster. Color 18 x 24 poster commemorating ‘Led Zeppelin–The Ride’ at Hard Rock Park, signed in black felt tip by Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones. Rolled and in fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $600+
Scarce Bonham-signed Houses of the Holy
7184. John Bonham Signed Album. Houses of the Holy album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, John Bonham.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered minor cover wear. The record is included. Accompanied by a copy of a 2009 letter from the original owner, which reads, in part: “During the late 70’s and early 80’s, John Bonham’s son Jason was a member of the West Mercia Motorcycle Scrambling Club…the club was run by my late grandfather, and over this period my family got to know John Bonham and his family very well. John donated 2 sets of the above listed albums, so my Grandfather could raise funds for the Social club by raffling the albums. I was fortunate to obtain a set of the albums.” A wonderful uninscribed example from one of rock’s most iconic drummers, a musician whose signatures remains few and far between. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,500+
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7187. Robert Plant Signed Photograph.
Color glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo of Plant, signed in person in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with slight brushing to signature. Originally obtained by inperson specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7188. Robert Plant Signed Album. Tall 7185. Jimmy Page and Robert Plant Signed Scrapbook Page Display. Large yellow 13.75 x 19.75 scrapbook page bearing
two affixed German magazine photos and a sticker of Led Zeppelin, one photo signed in black felt tip by Jimmy Page, and the other photo and sticker signed in black felt tip by Robert Plant, who has added an inscription to the page, “To Tony, best wishes, Led Zeppelin.� In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7186. Robert Plant Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 8
x 11 Popfoto magazine close-up photo of Robert Plant, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that this was obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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Cool One single album signed on the front in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a discount clipped upper left corner and adhesive remnants from removed sticker. The record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7189. Led Zeppelin Poster. Vintage bright
orange concert poster, 11.5 x 14.5, promoting a Led Zeppelin performance held at the Wiener Stadthalle arena in Vienna, Austria on March 16, 1973. In fine condition, with mounting remnants to reverse and a missing lower right corner tip. Estimate $200+
pink floyd Incredibly large ‘Teacher’ stage prop— a face over 36 feet tall
7191. Pink Floyd’s The Wall ‘Teacher’ Concert Inflatable. Enormous inflatable prop of the ‘Teacher’ used in the stage design for
the famous concert ‘The Wall: Live in Berlin,’ performed by Roger Waters and numerous guest artists on July 21, 1990, to commemorate the fall of the Berlin Wall. The massive inflatable consists of a 36´ tall head, 20´ tall torso, and 50´ long arms and hands, and was draped over the background of the stage during the show. Includes four original candid photos of it being set up in the Potsdamer Platz before the concert. Condition of the inflatable is generally good without any punctures and the sewing remains strong throughout. While the head and face are in very good shape, the arms and body are in worse condition with paint flaking off. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the maker. The inflatable is stored within two flight cases and includes fans for inflation. Item is currently located in England and the buyer is responsible for all associated shipping costs. The 1990 Berlin concert was overwhelmingly huge in all respects—it was staged in the vacant ‘no man’s land’ previously occupied by the Berlin Wall before a sell-out audience of 350,000. It was broadcast live around the world and a video and recording of the show were later released. Roger Waters assembled a guest lineup including the likes of Van Morrison, Bryan Adams, Sinead O’Connor, the Scorpions, and The Band to perform Pink Floyd’s famous album The Wall. As the ‘Teacher’ plays a central antagonistic role in the story developed throughout the album, this one-of-a-kind piece not only represents one of the most impressive shows ever staged but embodies a key symbolic element in Pink Floyd’s music. Estimate $6,000+ www.rrauction.com 79
7193. Pink Floyd Signed Mini Poster: Waters, Geldof, and Parker. Color 10.25 x 16.5 mini poster for the Pink Floyd film
The Wall, signed in blue and black felt tip by Roger Waters, director Alan Parker, and actor Bob Geldof. In fine condition, with folds as issued. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7194. Roger Waters Signed Album. The Dark Side of the Moon album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Waters. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA and a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $200+
7195. Pink Floyd Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 11.75 x 19 German magazine photo of Pink Floyd performing on stage, signed in black felt tip by Roger Waters, Richard Wright, Nick Mason, and David Gilmore. Affixed to a slightly larger scrapbook page and in fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
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7196. Roger Waters Signed Album Sleeve. Wish You Were Here inner album sleeve signed in person on the reverse in blue felt tip by Waters. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7197. Roger Waters Signed Album. The
Final Cut album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip, “Roger Waters D.F.C.” In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. The purple ribbon depicted on the cover was awarded in World War II for the Distinguished Flying Cross, thus Waters’s thoughtful addition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7198. Roger Waters and Nick Mason Signed Album. Atom
Heart Mother album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Roger Waters and Nick Mason. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by inperson specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7199. Nick Mason and Richard Wright Signed Album.
A Momentary Lapse of Reason album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Nick Mason and Richard Wright. In very good to fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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Bold signatures of Floyd’s Gilmour and Mason 7200. David Gilmour and Nick Mason Signatures. Felt tip signatures of David Gilmour and Nick Mason on individual white 7.75 x 2.25 and 3.25 x 2.25 clipped slips affixed to a light gray cardstock display mount. Matted and framed with an image of the two prog rockers, taken for the Amnesty International event in London, to an overall size of 11.75 x 18. Includes the A2 sized art book the signed slips were originally housed. Both signatures were later displayed in a softcover copy of Amnesty International’s The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball. In fine condition, with irregularly trimmed edges. Accompanied by the aforementioned Amnesty International publication, depicting the signatures on pages five and seven. A clean and bold pairing of signatures from the Pink Floyd musicians with terrific provenance. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7201. Pink Floyd Signed Scrapbook Page Display: Wright, Gilmour, Mason. Large red 12 x 19.5 scrapbook page bearing two affixed magazine photos of Pink Floyd, signed over the photos in black felt tip by Richard Wright, David Gilmour, and Nick Mason. In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7202. Roger Waters Signed Souvenir Lyrics Sheet. Souvenir lyrics for ‘Comfortably Numb,’ one page, 8.5 x 11, prominently signed in blue felt tip by Roger Waters. In fine condition. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7203. Pink Floyd Oversized Photograph. Uncom-
mon satin-finish 19.75 x 15.75 group photo of Pink Floyd by photographer Irene Winsby from 1966, showing Syd Barrett on guitar, a smoking Richard Wright behind his keyboard, Roger Waters with his Rickenbacker bass, and a jubilant Nick Mason on drums. In fine condition. A moment captured in Winsby’s own house, this exceptional image is an ex exhibition photo. Estimate $200+
7204. Pink Floyd Oversized Photograph. Un-
common semiglossy 15.25 x 16.5 contact sheet from Tony Gale’s first photo shoot with Pink Floyd at Fleet Street Studios in 1967 featuring 20 close-up portraits of founding members Syd Barrett, Roger Waters, Nick Mason, and Richard Wright. In fine condition. Estimate $200+
7205. Syd Barrett Pair of Oversized Photographs.
Two color photographs of the original Pink Floyd lead singer: a satin-finish 15.5 x 10.25 close-up photo of Barrett; and an unusual semi-glossy 12 x 10 photo of Barrett kneeling on a striped hardwood floor with a pitcher of flowers and a toy airplane. In overall fine condition. Rare outtake photos from Barrett’s debut solo album Madcap Laughs cover session, not taken by photographer Mick Rock. Estimate $200+
7206. Pink Floyd Mini Advertising Poster. Uncommon color 17.25 x 7.5 EMI
Records promotional poster for ‘See Emily Play,’ the second single from Pink Floyd, noting the song’s “New Projected SoundDB8214,” and showing a child’s drawing of a train. Lower left corner bears identification numbers, “G3855/667 EJD.” In fine condition. Estimate $200+
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David bowie Vivid depiction of the visionary rock star 7208. David Bowie Lithograph: Karl Larsen. Appealing
color limited edition 23 x 30 lithograph of Bowie engulfed in blue light during a performance, numbered 1/50, signed in the lower right in silver ink by the photographer Karl Larsen. Rolled and in fine condition, with a few creases to left border and previous mounting remnants to reverse top edge. Larsen served as a longtime house photographer at the House of Blues in West Hollywood before becoming a contributing photographer for Rolling Stone magazine. A wonderful and otherworldly image of the late great Bowie, the original rock and roll Starman. Estimate $800+
Vintage photo of the trendsetting Bowie 7209. David Bowie Signed Magazine Photograph. Vin-
tage 8.5 x 11.75 paperstock magazine photo of Bowie performing as Ziggy Stardust, signed in red felt tip, “David.” Signed on the reverse next to his own image in black felt tip, “Rod Stewart.” In fine condition. A large, appealing image with an atypically legible circa 1976 signature of the late performer. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
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7210. David Bowie Signed Photograph. Color 8 x 10 laserprint photo of
Bowie early in his career, nicely signed later in blue felt tip, he also adds the year, “2000.” In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7211. David Bowie Signed Photograph.
Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bowie wearing paisley, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a single pin hole to top border. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $300+
Rare “David Bowie” banknote—plus shades for the queen!
7213. David Bowie Signed Compliments Card. Ballpoint signature of David Bowie, who adds the year, “93,” on a white 5.25 x 3.25 Isolar compliments card. In very fine condition. Isolar was Bowie’s production company. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7214. David Bowie Signed Album. Never
Let Me Down album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Bowie. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $300+
7215. David Bowie Signed Album. Tonight
7212. David Bowie Signed Currency. British one pound
banknote, signed in blue ballpoint, “David Bowie, 87,” with the unique artistic addition of a pair of sunglasses on the queen. Nicely matted with a portrait of Bowie. In fine condition. Originally from the collection of Maurice Allen, a security guard for the likes of Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Bowie during the 1980s; lot is accompanied by candid photos of Allen with various stars. An especially scarce example as Bowie largely stopped signing his first name by the mid 1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
album signed on the front cover in person in blue felt tip by Bowie. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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michael jackson
7218. Michael Jackson Signed Photograph. Color glossy 8 x
10 full-length photo of Jackson in a white tank top, signed in person in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with slight brushing to signature. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $800+
7219. Michael Jackson Signed Photograph. Color satinfinish 11 x 14 photo of Jackson singing on stage during his prime, prominently signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $600+
7220. Michael Jackson: Bad Sales Award. In-house appreciation award pre-
sented for “participation in the success of Michael Jackson’s #1 album Bad.” Framed with its plate, a CD, the album cover, and a background with five images of Jackson posing to an overall size of 17.5 x 13.5. Award retains its original backing with a Fitzgerald Hartley label. In fine condition. Estimate $400+
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Amazing signed invitation to Michael Jackson’s “BAD” release party 7221. Michael Jackson Signed Album Release Invite.
Exceptional invitation related to the forthcoming release of Michael Jackson’s 1987 album Bad, 6 x 9, signed at the conclusion in red felt tip. In part: “Thank you for coming to Los Angeles. I hope that the next year will be a truly great one for you and a truly BAD one for me. See you in your backyard in 1988!” Nicely displayed with a photo of Jackson posing with a group of people at a dinner, and two printed invitation cards, “It’s going to be a BAD day…and you’re invited” and “Epic Records and Michael Jackson cordially invite you to Los Angeles on July 13 for an exclusive preview of his new album BAD, followed by an intimate dinner at Michael Jackson’s home.” Framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 21. Retains its original Fitzgerald Hartley backing. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
7222. Michael Jackson Signed Album Insert. Thriller album
insert signed in person on the front cover in black felt tip by Jackson. In fine condition, with some light handling wear. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7223. Jackson 5 Signed Album. Victory album signed
on the front cover in blue felt tip by Michael Jackson and brothers Marlon, Tito, Jermaine, Randy, and Jackie Jackson. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Precertified REAL. Estimate $300+
7224. Michael Jackson Signed Album. The Jacksons album boldly signed on the front cover in silver ink by Michael Jackson. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $500+ www.rrauction.com 87
MAdonna ‘Golden Hammer Smurf’ awarded to Madonna in 1985 7226. Madonna’s Golden Hammer ‘Pop Rocky’ Smurf Award. Madonna’s ‘Golden Hammer Smurf’ trophy awarded
by the German pop magazine Pop/Rocky in 1985 for being voted as the singer of the year. The award measures 7.5 x 9.5 x 5 and features an engraved plaque on the wooden base, reading: “POP/Rocky Hammerwahl ’85, Goldener Hammerschlumpf, Singer Of The Year, Madonna.” In fine condition. Award originates from a high-ranking member of Madonna’s management team. The magazine’s readers voted for their favorite celebrities once per year and these awards—painted in gold, silver, and bronze—were awarded to the top votegetters. Other recipients included Kim Wilde, Eric Carr, and Roger Moore; Madonna also received the 1985 golden award for film star of the year, having appeared in Vision Quest and Desperately Seeking Susan. Her album Like a Virgin, released at the end of 1984, topped the charts in both America and Germany during 1985, marking her emergence as a bona fide international superstar. Estimate $5,000+
7227. Madonna Signed Photograph. Classic satin-finish 8 x 10 Sire Records promo photo from 1986, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Madonna.” In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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7228. Madonna Signed Album. Like a Virgin album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Madonna. In very good to fine condition, with some creases. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+ 7230. Madonna and George Michael Signed Poster. 7229. Madonna Signed Album. Ray
of Light album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Madonna. In very good to fine condition, with some creases. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
Vibrantly colored 23 x 23 poster for Red Hot & Dance, a benefit for AIDS research and relief, listing performers and showing artwork by Keith Haring, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Madonna” and “George Michael, x.” Rolled and in fine condition, with some scattered light foxing to upper border. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7231. Madonna Tour Itinerary Book.
Spiral-bound itinerary book for Madonna’s 1987 world tour, 47 pages, 6.5 x 8, detailing the schedule, tour personnel and important contacts, hotels and venues, and other details. Annotated throughout by a member of the tour. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Estimate $200+
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country
7232. Hawkshaw Hawkins Signed Album. Grand Ole Opry star (1921–1963) who died in the tragic plane crash that also killed Patsy Cline and Cowboy Copas. Sixteen All-Time Favorites album signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “Hawkshaw Hawkins 62.” In fine condition, with scattered light toning and foxing to back cover and a mild ‘ring of wear’ to front cover. The record is included. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $200+
7233. Jim Reeves Set of Four Signed Items. Four items, each
signed in blue ink or ballpoint by Reeves, including: a postal cover; a postcard of Jim Reeves and the Blue Boys; a paperstock photo (ins); and an autograph sheet also bearing a signature and inscription from Marty Robbins. In overall very good condition, with creases, missing corners, and an edge tear to the photo. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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Exemplary Trane portrait 7235. John Coltrane Signed Magazine Photograph.
Incredible vintage 8.25 x 10.25 close-up magazine photo of the renowned saxophonist, signed below in black ballpoint, “Thank you, John Coltrane.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. With its crisp signature and atypically large size, this is a simply wonderful signed photo of Trane, a musician who remains exceedingly scarce in such a format. Estimate $5,000+
John Coltrane Quartet signs in 1961
7236. John Coltrane Quartet Set of Signatures. Vintage ballpoint signatures of John Coltrane, McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, and James Garrison on individual off-white 4.75 x 3.25 and 3.25 x 4.75 notebook pages. In overall fine condition. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained on the night of November 21, 1961, at the Palace Hotel in Gothenburg, Sweden. A crisp, fantastic set of one of jazz history’s most famous and influential quartets. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
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Choice exemplar of ‘The Bird’
7239. Charlie Parker Signature. Sought-after 7237. John Coltrane Signature. Vintage ballpoint signature,
“John Coltrane,” on an off-white 3 x 3 slip. Creatively matted with a photo of Coltrane to an overall size of 13 x 16. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Esther—Charlie Parker,” on a light yellow 6 x 4.25 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard photo of the acclaimed saxophonist. A pristine, bold example of Parker who is difficult to find in any form. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
7240. Thelonious Monk Signed Document. DS,
7238. Miles Davis Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10 Columbia
Records publicity photo of a stoic Davis dressed in black and holding his trumpet, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “Miles!” In fine condition, with scattered surface scuffs and impressions. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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one page, 8.5 x 11, March 30, 1972. Agreement for Monk to perform at Riverfront Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 22, 1972, for $900. Signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint by Thelonious Monk and countersigned by legendary jazz concert promoter George Wein. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7241. Julian ‘Cannonball’ Adderley Signed Document.
DS, signed “Julian Adderley,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, March 15, 1972. Agreement for the Cannonball Adderley Quintet to perform at the Astrodome in Houston, Texas, on July 8, 1972, for $4,000, listing the members of the band on the reverse. Signed at the conclusion in ballpoint by Adderley and countersigned by legendary jazz concert promoter George Wein. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7243. B. B. King Signed Photograph.
Excellent satinfinish 8 x 10 close-up photo of King performing, nicely signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Precertified REAL. Estimate $300+
Uncommon 1952 contract between Lady Day and her music director
7242. Billie Holiday Signed Document. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, April 7, 1952. American Federation of Musicians contract between
Holiday and her pianist and musical director Buster Harding, in which the latter agrees to play a three week engagement at the Tiffany Club in Los Angeles starting March 19, 1953, for a weekly price of $138.60. Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Holiday as the employer, and countersigned by Harding as the orchestra leader. In very good to fine condition, with a block of toning covering signature area. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL, and an unsigned modern photo of Holiday. Estimate $1,000+ www.rrauction.com 93
Stunning B. B. King signed Epiphone Sheraton 7244. B. B. King Signed Guitar.
Beautiful right-handed antique sunburst semi-hollowbody Epiphone Sheraton II electric guitar, serial No. S5096284, signed on the body in silver ink by King. In fine condition. Oversized. Similar to the John Lee Hooker 50th anniversary Sheraton, this is a flat-out gorgeous instrument designed for the blues and signed by one of the genre’s very best to ever play. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
The blues legend “Riley B. King”
7246. B. B. King Signed Book. Signed book: Blues All Around Me. First edition. NY: Avon Books, 1996. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 336 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black felt tip. In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+ 7245. B. B. King Signed Document. DS, signed “Riley B.
King, 4437 Guardia Ave,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 13.5, March 1, 1962. An agreement between Macadell Music Publishing Co. and Ronnie Rae, Alan Knight, Maxwell Davis, and B. B. King for rights to “the original musical composition…entitled ‘Little Mama.’” Signed at the conclusion by the four parties named. In fine condition, with several horizontal folds. A scarce early example of King’s full-name signature. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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7247. B. B. King Signed Album. 20 Greatest Hits album
signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7250. Bo Diddley Signed Album. I’m a Man
album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip, “Bo Diddley, 88.” In fine condition. The records are included. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7248. Dave Brubeck Signed Program. Program for Dave Brubeck and his Australian Jazz Quartet, sixteen pages, 9 x 12, signed inside in fountain pen by Dave Brubeck, Carmen McRae, Paul Desmond, and Joe Dodge. In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7249. Albert Collins Signed Photograph.
Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Collins wailing on a Telecaster, signed in person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7251. Stan Getz Signed Photograph.
Renowned jazz saxophonist (1927–1991) known by the sobriquet ‘The Sound.’ Color glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Getz wailing on his sax, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Jerry, with best wishes, Stan Getz,” with the date added above, “9/7/88.” In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Estimate $200+
7252. Dizzy Gillespie and Coleman Hawkins Signed Book Photograph. Doublesided vintage 10.5 x 13.5 program photo of a smoking Dizzy Gillespie on one side and a handsome Coleman Hawkins in a suit and tie on the other, both signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $200+
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7255. Jeff Healey Signed Album.
Blind jazz and bluesrock vocalist and guitarist (1966–2008). See the Light album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Healey. In fine condition. The record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7253. W. C. Handy Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Handy in profile, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my esteemed friend, W. C. Handy, 3-10-39.” In fine condition, with some slight silvering and pin holes to top border. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $200+ 7256. John Lee Hooker Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo of Hooker, neatly signed in person in blue felt tip vertically along the right edge. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7254. Screamin’ Jay Hawkins Signed Album.
Screamin’ Jay Hawkins & Lillian Briggs album signed and inscribed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “To Jimbo, The very best always, Screamin’ Jay Hawkins.” Moderate ‘ring of wear’ to covers, discount cut to right edge, and a small separation along spine, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7257. Jazz Legends Signed Program. Program for Norman Granz’ Jazz at the Philharmonic in 1952, twenty pages, 8.25 x 11, signed inside in blue ballpoint by Ella Fitzgerald, Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Roy Eldridge, Charlie Shavers, Barney Kessel, Hank Jones, and Ray Brown. In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7258. Jazz Musicians Collection of Forty Signed Documents. Collection of forty standard American Federation of Musicians of the United States of America performing agreements from the late 1970s, each signed by a jazz musician, many with attached riders that are also signed. Documents include (number of signatures indicated): Art Blakey, Ray Brown (2), Kenny Burrell, Bennett ‘Benny’ Carter (2), Wallace Davenport (2), Vic Dickinson, George Duvivier (2), George ‘Pee Wee’ Erwin (2), Benny Goodman, Freddie Hubbard (2), Chubby Jackson (2), Oliver Jackson (2), Elvin Jones (2), Ellis Larkins, Yusef Lateef (2), Katharine Handy Lewis (2), Herbie Mann (2), Jimmie Maxwell (2), Les McCann, Paul Moen (2), James Moody, Gerry Mulligan (3), Sonny Rollins (2), Bobby Shew, Zoot Sims, Sonny Stitt, Clark Terry (2), McCoy Tyner (2), Joe Venuti, Joe Williams (2), Mary Lou Williams (2), Kai Winding, Eugene ‘Snooky’ Young (2), Trummy Young (2), and a few other secretarial examples. In overall fine condition. Estimate $400+
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7262. Slug’s NYC Jazz Saloon Collection of Handbills.
7259. Earl ‘Bud’ Powell Signed Document. Jazz pianist (1924–1966) influential in the development of bebop. DS, signed “Earl Powell,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 11, October 25, 1948. Royalty agreement between Powell and a publisher for “that certain song or musical composition…now entitled Hallucinations.” In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
Collection of six unsigned handbills for Slug’s Saloon in New York, each one page, 5.5 x 8.5, dating from 1966 to 1969, featuring acts such as Sun Ra, Charles McPherson, Yusef Lateef, Wynton Kelly, Joe Henderson, Lee Morgan, Roland Kirk, Freddie Hubbard, Jackie McLean, Art Farmer, and Hank Mobley. Lee Morgan, who is featured on two of the handbills, was killed at Slug’s Saloon in 1972 when he was shot by his common-law wife. In overall fine condition. The jazz club was situated in Manhattan’s Lower East Side and drew popular performers despite its seedy location. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Estimate $200+
7263. Sun Ra Signed Photograph. Jazz composer, poet, and
philosopher (1914-1993) known for his cosmic philosophies and theatrical performances. Glossy 5 x 7 photo of Sun Ra in one of his fantastic space outfits, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7261. Horace Silver Collection of Three Items. Jazz pianist and composer (1928–2014) known for his work in the hard bop style. Three items sent to photographer and record store owner Ray Avery: an ALS, one page, May 29, 1991, in part: “Here is the agreement…Mainly I’m concerned with being able to put my hands on these slides quickly if this project is put on again”; a glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “For Ray Avery and the gang at Rose Records, Thanks for your continued support, Horace Silver, 5/10/83”; and a semi-glossy 9 x 6 photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned carbon copy of the agreement referenced in his letter. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified PSA. Estimate $200+
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7264. Muddy Waters Signed Book Photograph. Uncommon
8.5 x 10 book photo of Waters drinking from a small cup, signed at the bottom in black felt tip. In fine condition, with neatly trimmed edges. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7268. Lester Young Signed Program Photograph. Com-
7265. Weather Report Signatures. American jazz fusion band of the 1970s and early 1980s regarded as one of the preeminent early jazz fusion acts; the group routinely employed some of the world’s greatest musicians. Blue ballpoint signatures, “Jaco [Pastorius] ‘78,” “Peter Erskine, drummer,” and “Wayne Shorter,” on a pair of white 7.5 x 9.75 album pages. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
posite 9 x 12 program photo showing Young as part of a group in the lower right, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7266. Josh White Signed Album. Noted African-American
blues guitarist and singer (1914–1969). His political activism in the 1940s resulted in his being blacklisted, which in turn led to his stillcontroversial testimony before the notorious House Un-American Activities Committee. A Josh White Program album signed and inscribed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “To my little angel Mary, bless you always, Your friend—Josh White.” Track listing on back cover bears collector’s ink notations. A split top edge, some wear to corners, and slight rubbing to back cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7269. Big Mama Thornton Handbill. Unsigned double-sided handbill for shows at the famous Ash Grove club in Los Angeles, 8.5 x 11, with one side advertising performances by Big Mama Thornton, Larry Corywell, and Hedy West, and the other side advertising John Fahey, Mance Lipscomb, Jim Kweskin, and Booker White. In fine condition, with light toning along folds. Estimate $200+
7267. Lester Young and Jazz Musicians Signed Program. Program for
Birdland Stars of ’56, twenty-four pages, 9 x 12, signed inside in ballpoint by Lester Young, Joe Williams, Conte Candoli, Sonny Payne, and Thad Jones. In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7270. Cab Calloway Signed Photograph. Choice
7273. The Four Tops Signed Photograph.
glossy 8 x 10 photo of Calloway enthusiastically posing with his baton raised high, signed in person in blue felt tip, “Hi-di-ho, Cab Calloway.” In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified PSA/DNA. Estimate $200+
Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the group posing together, signed in person in blue felt tip by Duke Fakir, Lawrence Payton, Obie Benson, and Levi Stubbs. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7271. Buddy Rich Signed Photograph.
Glossy 8 x 10 Agency for the Performing Arts publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Jimmy, Sincerely, Buddy Rich.” In fine condition, with tack holes and paper loss to corners. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7272. Sam Cooke Signed Document. Scarce DS, three pages both sides,
8.5 x 11, November 18, 1960. Agreement between Cooke and the William Morris Agency in which he agrees to be represented by the firm for a period of two years at a rate of 10% of earnings. Crisply signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Cooke and an agency representative. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
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7274. Gene Krupa and Anita O’Day Signed Photog r a p h . Vi n t a g e
glossy 8 x 10 Maurice Seymour promotional photo for Gene Krupa and His Orchestra, signed in black ink, “Gene Krupa” and “3/7/73, Anita O’Day.” In fine condition. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Estimate $200+
7275. Clyde McPhatter Signed Photograph.
Vintage glossy 8 x 10 General Artists Corporation publicity photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To My Best Friend Jimmie Lewis, Clyde McPhatter.” In very good condition, with imperfections to surface emulsion and border damage, which could be easily matted out. The Larry Rafferty Collection. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7278. Frank Sinatra Signature. Pencil signature, 7276. The Supremes Signed Album: Ross and Wilson. Greatest hits compilation album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Diana Ross and Mary Wilson. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
“Frank Sinatra,” on an off-white lightly-lined 5.25 x 3.25 slip clipped from a larger sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Estimate $600+
Spectacular early Sinatra studio portrait 7277. Frank Sinatra Signed Photograph. Brilliant
vintage glossy 7.75 x 10 portrait of Sinatra during his early years, beautifully signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Glasgow—with fondest regards, thanx for everything. Gratefully, Frank Sinatra.” In fine condition. A gorgeous early example boasting a crisp, clean signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Estimate $1,500+
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7279. Frank Sinatra Typed Letter Signed. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11,
May 29, 1944. Letter to RKO Radio Pictures, in full: “By letter April 13, 1944 I agreed that you may lend my services to Loew’s Incorporated for the first picture provided in subdivision (b) of Article 3 of the agreement of employment between us dated May 28, 1943. I hereby approve Julie Styne and Sammy Kahn as the composer and lyricist of the musical compositions to be sung by me in said motion picture to be produced by Loew’s Incorporated.” In fine condition, with a light block of toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $800+
Fabulous 1935 Porgy and Bess cast list 7280. George Gershwin Signed Playbill Page. Page removed from a playbill for the performance of Porgy and Bess at the Forrest Theatre in February 1936, 5.25 x 7.75, boldly signed in fountain pen by Gershwin. Two horizontal folds and a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. The world premiere of Porgy and Bess came on September 30, 1935, with this cast listing page dating to just over five months later. A fantastic piece from early in the off-Broadway run of one of Gershwin’s most famous productions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $2,000+
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Rare inscribed copy of ‘Chantilly Lace’ 7282. Big Bopper Signed Sheet Music. Exquisite sheet
music booklet for ‘Chantilly Lace’ featuring an appropriately large image of the Big Bopper on the front, measuring 9 x 12, three pages, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Wes—Thanks, The Big Bopper.” In fine condition. The Bopper’s greatest hit, ‘Chantilly Lace’ was the third most played song of 1958 and cemented his place in history as an early rock and roll star. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $3,000+
The three tragic stars of The Day the Music Died
7283. Buddy Holly, Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens Set of Signatures. Appealing set of three ballpoint signatures and inscriptions, “To Bonnie, Thanks for the talk, Best Wishes, Buddy Holly,” “Hello Bonnie, Big Bopper,” and “To Bonnie, Best of Luck Always, from Ritchie Valens,” on individual off-white lightly-lined slips. Also includes ballpoint signatures and inscriptions of Frankie Sardo and Dion on individual off-white lightly-lined slips, and a pink felt tip signature and inscription of Rose Maddox on a clipped cardstock sheet. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and handling wear. A nice set of signatures in commemoration of three of rock’s earliest and brightest stars. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
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7284. Fifties Signed Program: Haley, Berry, and Lymon. Program for
The Biggest In Person Show of ’56, twentyfour pages, 9 x 12, signed and inscribed inside in blue ballpoint by Bill Haley, Frankie Lymon, and Chuck Berry, and various members of The Platters and The Clovers. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7285. Bobby Darin Signed Photograph. Handsome color 7.75 x 10.5 magazine photo of Darin in a bright red shirt, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with toning to edges. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7286. Buddy Holly Yearbook. Original hardcover copy of the Westerner, the annual for Lubbock High School, Lubbock, Texas, for
1954, 8.25 x 10.75, 324 pages. Holly is pictured twice in the yearbook, once in his individual junior class picture and again in the school chorus. Also pictured in the yearbook is his performing partner Bob Montgomery, Holly’s high school sweetheart Echo McGuire (’55), and future Crickets drummer Jerry Allison (’56). The book bears multiple signatures and inscriptions to the original owner, but is not signed by Holly. In fine condition, with scattered soiling to covers. Estimate $300+
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7287. J. P. ‘Big Bopper’ Richardson Yearbook. Beamont High School of Beaumont,
Texas 1945 The Pine Burr yearbook, 8.75 x 11.25, 125 pages, depicting The Big Bopper as J. P. Richardson on page 60 as a member of the sophomore class and on page 85 as a member of the boy’s chorus. In fine condition, with slight wear to corners and a split to upper binding on back cover. Estimate $200+
7290. The Platters Signed Album. I Love
7288. Carl Perkins and Roy Orbison Signed Album. Class
You 1,000 Times album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by David Lynch, Herb Reed, Sonny Turner, Nate Nelson, and Sandra Dawn. In fine condition, with a small spot of adhesive remnant to top left corner. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
of ’55 album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Roy Orbison and Carl Perkins. In fine condition. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7289. Gene Vincent and Eddie Cochran Handbill. Rare hand-
bill for Gene Vincent and Eddie Cochran at the Gaumont Theatre, Bradford, Yorkshire, on January 30, 1960, 5.5 x 9, with the header reading: “First Time in England—One Night Only.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7291. Little Richard, Gene Vi n c e n t , a n d Eddie Cochran Program. Pro-
gram for the first Australian tour of Little Richard, Gene Vincent, and Eddie Cochran in 1957, eight pages, 8.5 x 10.5, featuring full-page images of each performer inside. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
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music of the 1960s 7292. Joan Baez Signed Mini Poster and Magazine Photograph. Two items: a color 8.25 x 11.25 German magazine photo of
Baez playing the guitar on stage, and a bright green concert poster for a Joan Baez concert at the Wiener Stadthalle arena in Vienna, Austria, on December 2, 1973, both signed in black felt tip, “Love, Joan Baez.” Bottom of poster bears an affixed concert ticket. In overall fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7293. Beach Boys Program.
Program for the Beach Boys at Club Fiesta in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England, from November 30 through December 6, 1970, eight pages, 8.75 x 11.25, featuring images of the group inside. Also includes a handbill naming the club’s forthcoming attractions including the Beach Boys. In fine condition, with expected handling wear and some soiling to cover. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7295. Bee Gees Signed Photograph. Color glossy
10 x 8 photo of the Bee Gees, signed in person in blue felt tip by Maurice Gibb, Barry Gibb, and Robin Gibb. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7294. Bee G e e s To u r Jacket. Black
satin tour jacket for the 1979 Spirits Having Flown North American Bee Gees tour, size medium, constructed of 100% acetate, manufactured by LP Designs, with a vibrant embroidered logo on the back. In fine condition. Estimate $200+ 106 music of the 1960s
7296. Bee Gees Window Card. Color 14 x 10 window card advertising a performance of the Bee Gees and their orchestra at the ABC Theatre, Chester, on March 30, 1968, with Apple artists artists Grapefruit and Dave, Dee, Dozy, Mick, and Tich also on the bill. Retains the red string hanger at the top of the card. In very good condition, with some rippling, creasing, and near separation at center. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $300+
Mama Cass and The Big 3 7297. The Big 3 Signed Album. Self-titled album signed and inscribed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “To Mr. & Mrs. Glass, Thank you for the favor, Tim Rose,” “Cassie Elliot,” and “Jim Hendricks.” Also signed on the reverse by Felix Pappalardi. In fine condition, with some light contrast to small portions of the inscription and signatures. The record is included. Accompanied by a two-page souvenir program from the Midwest Hootenanny Festival, which featured The Big 3. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7298. Black Sabbath Signatures. Crisp ballpoint
signatures, “Best wishes, Tony Iommi,” “Ozzy Osbourne,” “Geezer Butler,” and “Happiness, Bill Ward,” who adds a cross below, on four individually trimmed slips affixed to an off-white 8.25 x 11.75 sheet bearing an affixed caption and magazine photo of the band. In very good to fine condition, with irregularly trimmed edges and a horizontal crease to upper portion. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7299. Black Sabbath Signed Photograph. Satin-finish 10 x 8 Epic Records publicity photo of Black Sabbath, signed in silver ink by Ozzy Osbourne, and in black felt tip by Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, and Bill Ward. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a flyer for a CD signing at the Bloomingdale Tower Records on October 24, 1998. An appealing assemblage of the legendary metal band’s four original members. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Greenwich Village’s original psychedelic rockers 7300. The Blues Project Signed Photograph. Glossy 10 x 8 Verve Folkways publicity photo of The Blues Project, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Danny Kalb,” “Roy Blumenfeld,” “Andy Kulberg,” “Steve Katz,” “Al Kooper,” and “To Jill, love, Don [Kretmar].” In fine condition, with trivial scattered creasing and slight brushing to the Kooper and Kretmar signatures. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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Claptonplayed replica of the ‘Fool’ 1961 Les Paul SG 7301. Eric Clapton Guitar. Remarkable 1961 Gibson SG
Les Paul right-handed guitar with PAF humbucker pickups replicated to the exact specifications of the 1964 ‘Fool’ guitar Clapton played extensively with Cream and designed by the eponymous Dutch design collaborative. Includes its original vintage hardshell case. In fine condition. Oversized. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the consignor attesting that this guitar was briefly played by Clapton himself at rehearsals for the 1993 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame show, in part: “I took the guitar to the Twin Towers in Century City where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rehearsals (and ultimately the show) were taking place in a subterranean ballroom of one of the towers...Eric Clapton plugged it in and started playing Born Under a Bad Sign...After playing for a minute or more, he unplugged it, put it back in the case and personally walked it back to me. Eric handed me back the guitar, and said: ‘It’s every bit as lovely as the original, but it is too extravagant of a gift, you should keep it and enjoy it, but thank you for thinking of me, I’m touched.’ I’ve kept this 1961 Gibson Les Paul guitar ever since.” A beautiful custom rendering of Clapton’s famous six-string, this guitar not only evokes the vibrant and euphoric sounds of Cream’s psychedelic hard rock, but likewise reminds of the very moment Clapton and his bandmates were forever immortalized in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Estimate $35,000+
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Uncommon Cream and Clapton collection
7302. Eric Clapton and Cream Multi-Signed Box Set. Group of four signed items: a program for the 1993 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Class Induction Dinner, 8.5 x 12.25, signed inside on page eighteen in black ballpoint by Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce, and Clapton, who adds “93”; and a limited edition Cream In Gear box set, 12.5 x 12.5, numbered 1172/2500, signed on the box cover in green ballpoint by Baker, and in silver ink by Bruce and Clapton, who adds “92.” The box set includes: a book of unpublished photographs by Robert Whitaker, 11.5 x 11.5, 96 pages, signed on the front cover in silver ink by Clapton, adding “92,” signed on the title page in silver ink by Bruce, and signed and inscribed on page 89 in blue ballpoint by Baker, “To Darryl, Ginger Baker”; and a certificate of authenticity from UFO Books, signed in blue ballpoint by Baker, in black ballpoint by Bruce, and in silver ink by Clapton, adding “92.” In overall fine condition. The box set CD is not included. Accompanied by an unsigned color promo for a Clapton and Elton John double bill at Wembley Stadium on June 26, 1992; a multicolored set of five guest passes for Clapton performances at the Royal Albert Hall on February 22–26, 1992; and three black guitar picks, each denoting a Clapton concert event or tour: MTV Unplugged, Worldwide ’92, and UK Tour ’92. Signed by a trio that helped coin the term ‘supergroup’ and influence an untold number of hard rock musicians, this a simply fantastic set highlighted by a sextet of bold Clapton signatures. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
7303. Eric Clapton Set of Five Programs. Collection of five unsigned programs for various Clapton tours, including: 1979 North American tour; 1981 Another Ticket US tour; 1991 Clapton and George Harrison Japan tour; 1993 Blues tour at the Royal Albert Hall; and 1993 Japan tour. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
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Clapton’s incredible 24 Nights Genesis box set
7304. Eric Clapton Signed Book. Signed book: 24 Nights. Limited edition, numbered 714/3500. Surrey, England: Genesis Publica-
tions Limited, 1991. Hardcover with clamshell case, 8.5 x 12.25, 128 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ink, “Eric Clapton, 91” and in black ink by the illustrator, “Peter Blake.” Includes a 64-page volume of commentary by journalist Derek Taylor, an exclusive two CD set of live recordings, four of Clapton’s guitar picks, a laminated backstage pass, a button badge, and an Ernie Ball guitar string. In fine condition. Accompanied by a limited edition set of seven 7˝ records consisting of the 15 live ‘best of’ tracks from Clapton’s 24 Nights album. An incredible compilation of music, artwork, and written word, commemorating Clapton’s record-setting run of concerts held at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 1990 and 1991. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
Deluxe edition of Six String Stories
7305. Eric Clapton Signed Book. Signed book: Six String Stories. Deluxe limited edition, numbered 140/2000. Guildford, England:
Genesis Publications, 2012. Hardcover with clamshell case and cloth bag, 11 x 14, 376 pages. Neatly signed on a bookplate affixed to the colophon in black felt tip. In fine condition. Includes the accompanying fine art giclee print numbered 140/350, as included only with the deluxe edition. Genesis editions are highly sought after and this gorgeous handcrafted edition is simply marvelous. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
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Clapton-signed stratocaster
7306. Eric Clapton Signed Guitar. Cream-bodied Affinity series Fender Squier Stratocaster electric guitar, serial No. CY98072051,
signed on the body in black felt tip by Clapton. Brushing to a portion of the signature, and some dings and scuffing to back of the guitar, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. An appreciably bold signature that contrasts nicely against the instrument’s light-colored frame. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
7307. Eric Clapton Signed Album. Layla album signed in
person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Clapton. In very good to fine condition, with overall wear, a notation to the upper corner, and splits to upper edges. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
7309. Eric Clapton Signed Magazine Photograph. Appealing color 9.25 x 11.5 magazine photo featuring two images of Clapton playing the guitar, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. An exceptionally legible example. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7310. Cream Pair of Album Transparencies. Pair of
vivid large format color transparencies for a proposed Cream album cover, both 7.5 x 10, credited to photographer Ron Raffaelli of The Visual Thing, Inc. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
7311. Cream Signed Tour Program. Program for the Cream con-
cert series at the Royal Albert Hall from May 2–6, 2005, 11 x 11, signed inside on a full-page image in blue felt tip by Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and Ginger Baker. In fine condition. Accompanied by a ticket stub and promo flyer. These shows were recorded and released as a live album entitled Royal Albert Hall London May 2-3-5-6, 2005. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7312. Cream: Jack Bruce Collection of Tour Itineraries and Statements.
Collection of documents concerning Cream bassist Jack Bruce, including: a Pickwick Travel Service tour itinerary issued to Bruce for Cream’s 1968 tour of the United States, covering the period from their arrival on February 22 through March 23; a financial document covering fees and potential gross revenues for the October–November leg of the 1968 tour; a royalty statement for ‘Rootin Tootin’ issued to Bruce on June 30, 1967; a 1967 advance remittance statement issued to Bruce by Brian Epstein’s NEMS Enterprises; a December 1966 royalty statement with handwritten notations. In overall very good to fine condition, with rusting to two items from presence of paperclips and staples. From the collection of his first wife, Janet Bruce. Estimate $200+
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7315. Jethro Tull Signed Scrapbook Page Display. Large
7314. Jefferson Airplane Signed Photograph. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the band seated in front of some psychedelic artwork, signed in blue and black felt tip by Grace Slick, Paul Kantner, Marty Balin, Jack Casady, and Jorma Kaukonen. In fine condition. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
off-white 12.75 x 20.5 scrapbook page bearing affixed images of Jethro Tull, signed in black felt tip by John Evan, and three times each by Martin Barre, Barriemore Barlow, and Ian Anderson, who adds “Hello” to each of his signatures. In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7316. Janis Joplin Signature. Ballpoint signature, “Love, Janis
Joplin,” who adds a small heart on an off-white 9 x 6.25 sheet. Framed with a colorful print of a Joplin-inspired liquor bottle to an overall size of 14.75 x 21.75. In very good condition, with overall wrinkling and several intersecting folds, and show-through from text on reverse. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
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7317. Janis Joplin Yearbook. Thomas Jefferson High School of Port Arthur, Texas
1959 The Yellow Jacket yearbook, 8 x 10.75, 306 pages, depicting Joplin as a member of the junior class on page 80, a member of the art club on pages 19 and 170, as a junior hospital aide on page 179, and as a member of the slide rule club on page 182. Page 103 also features former NFL coach Jimmie Johnson as a member of the sophomore class. In fine condition, with some expected wear. Estimate $200+
7318. The Kinks Signed Souvenir Lyrics Sheet.
Souvenir sheet music for ‘You Really Got Me,’ one page, 8.5 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Ray Davies, Dave Davies, Jim Rodford, John Dalton, Mick Avory, and Ian Gibbons. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7320. John Mayall Signed Magazine Photograph.
Pair of German magazine photos of John Mayall and his band, neatly affixed to an overall size of 20 x 12.25, signed in black felt tip by Mayall (2), Keef Hartley (2), Clifford Solomon, Blue Mitchell, and Freddy Robinson. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7319. Little Richard and E l t o n Jo h n Program. Pro-
gram for Brian Epstein presents Little Richard at the Savile Theatre in London on December 11, 1966, eight pages, 8 x 10.5, featuring Bluesology as the opening act. “Reggie Dwight”—now known as Elton John—is listed inside as the Bluesology organist, and he can be seen in an image of the band on the same page. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
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7322. Melanie Pair of Signed Magazine Photographs. Two color German magazine photos of Melanie, both approximately 8.25 x 11.25, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Melanie.” In overall fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7325. The Searchers Signatures. Ballpoint signatures,
7323. Santana Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 16.75
x 11 German magazine photo of Santana and his band members performing, signed in black felt tip by Carlos Santana, Neal Schon, Mike Shrieve, David Brown, and Gregg Rolie. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7324. Van Morrison Signed Letter. ALS signed “Van,” two onionskin pages, 6 x 8.75, no date but circa late 1960s. Rambling letter to guitarist Mick Cox, sent from the King Edward Hotel, New York, where Morrison was living with his girlfriend Janet Rigsby. In part: “The trails that lead to one the space between the crowds of thoughts that don’t see trouble come the freedom songs they sing but when can I come into those dimly lit afternoons alone avenues to encounter new dreams one more I answer to myself the selfish self but with cause I’ve seen me be minipulated [sic] and holed and paralysed right in my own mind I do want to know the way the place can be for me to be with what I must to learn and teach, create and preach and perhaps we can make music together again and breath can fill my lungs with warm love. I know no more to live beside the clowns who neither care the only stars are in the sky for all to see if I must learn to be nice to people I must first learn to be good to myself.” In fine condition, with paper loss to top edges. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
“Mike Pender,” “Frank Allen,” “John Blunt,” and “John McNally, XXXXX, to you dear,” on an offwhite 6.75 x 8.75 sheet, inscribed at the top in an unknown hand, “Best wishes, The Searchers, (showband).” In fine condition, with evenly trimmed edges, and skipping to Blunt’s first name. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7326. Phil Spector Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10
portrait of Spector in studio, signed in person in blue felt tip, “Warmest Regards, Phil Spector (Nov. 1990).” In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7327. Status Quo Dual-Sided Signed Scrapbook Page Display. Large tan 12.75 x 19.55 dual-sided scrapbook page bearing three affixed German magazine photos of Status Quo, signed on both sides in black felt tip, each member signing twice, including: Rick Parfitt, Alan Lancaster, John Edwards, and Francis Rossi, who adds “89.” In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7328. Rory Storm Signature.
Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “[R]regards [S]incerely, Rory Storm, 2 Gene, xxx, Butlins 62,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.75 card bearing an affixed image of Storm. Matted with an image of Rory Storm and The Hurricanes, including Ringo Starr. In fine condition, with toned tape remnants to borders, affecting none of the handwriting. Consignor notes that the signature was obtained in August 1962. Ringo Starr played drums for Rory Storm and The Hurricanes before leaving the band in mid-August of 1962 and replacing Pete Best as the Beatles’ fulltime drummer. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7330. Ten Years After: Alvin Lee Signed Magazine Photograph. Two
color German magazine photos showing various images of Alvin Lee, affixed together to an overall size of 20 x 12.25, signed on both photos in black felt tip by Lee. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7329. T. Rex Signed Scrapbook Dual-Page Display. Large
yellow 13.75 x 19.75 dual-sided scrapbook page bearing affixed magazine photos of T. Rex, signed on both sides by members of the band, including: Mark Bolan (2), Bill Legend, Mickey Finn, and one other. In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7331. The Who Pair of Signed Items: Townshend and Daltrey. Two items, each signed in person: Tommy album, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Pete Townshend; and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Tommy program, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey. In overall fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7332. The Troggs and Gene Pitney Poster. Color 40 x 30
UK concert poster for Gene Pitney and The Troggs at the ABC Theatre, Chester, on February 28, 1967. Also on the bill were Sounds Incorporated, The Loot, Normie Rowe and David Garrick. Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing; the bright neon colors remain exceptionally vibrant. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $500+
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7333. The Who Signed Book Photo gr aph.
Appealing 8.5 x 11.5 book page showing photos of The Who and Procol Harum, signed in red felt tip by Keith Moon and Pete Townshend, and in black felt tip by Roger Daltrey and John Entwistle. In fine condition, with some soiling to edges. An uncommon fully signed book page, enhanced furthermore by the addition of the sought-after Moon. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
7334. The Who Signatures. Vintage ballpoint signatures of
Pete Townshend (“Pete”), Keith Moon (“Moon”), John Entwistle (“John”), and Roger Daltrey ( “Roger D”) on an off-white 4.75 x 3 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
A laid-back moment with Moon, Daltrey, and Entwistle 7335. The Who Signed Magazine Photograph. Uninscribed color 8.5 x 11 Popfoto magazine group photo of The Who, signed in black felt tip by John Entwistle, Keith Moon, and Roger Daltrey. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. A cheerful depiction signed by three members of the band’s classic lineup. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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The Who invade the US in 1975 7336. The Who Signed Tour Program.
Wonderful official tour program from the US leg of The Who’s 1975 The Who By Numbers tour, measuring 12 x 12, 24 pages, signed inside on separate pages in blue ballpoint by Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon, with small collector’s ink notations below each indicating that the Daltrey, Townshend, and Moon signatures were all obtained at the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, Tennessee, on November 23, 1975, and that the Entwistle signature was obtained at Cincinnati’s Riverfront Coliseum on December 8, 1975. The first page of the program bears an affixed ticket stub for a Who concert at the Memphis’ Mid-South Coliseum, on November 23, 1975. In fine condition, with a central vertical crease and general handling wear. This particular tour witnessed The Who setting a world record for largest indoor concert at Michigan’s Pontiac Silverdome on December 6, 1975. This unusually large set of pristine Who autographs are fortunately signed on non-overlapping pages. A tremendously appealing program from the first leg of The Who’s final tour with Moon as their drummer, prominently signed by each member of the classic lineup when they were at the very top of their game. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
7338. The Who: John Entwistle Handwritten Poem. Rare and early autograph poem signed “J. A. Entwistle,” on a pink 5.25 x 3.75 album page, in full: “I know a girl named Primrose. She’s as sweet as the morning dew. She’s got such beautiful big round eyes. All three of them are blue.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that this was written for one of Entwistle’s coworkers during his time as a tax clerk in London during 1962–1963. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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7339. The Who: John Entwistle Set of Four Signed Lithographs. Limited edition suite of four 20 x 30 lithographs by Entwistle depicting the members of The Who, each numbered 136/150, all signed in the lower border in pencil, “John Entwistle.” In overall fine condition, with a few areas of surface gouges and creasing to corners. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
Entwistle’s brilliant silver sparkle rare 1957 Gretsch guitar
7340. The Who: John Entwistle’s Personally-Owned Guitar. John Entwistle’s personally-owned and -used vintage 1957 right-
handed Gretsch Duo Jet silver sparkle electric guitar, with original Melita Synchro-sonic bridge, a chrome “G” cutout tailpiece, and engraved on the backplate, “13011.” Includes its original vintage Gretsch guitar case. In fine condition. Oversized. One of the earliest solid-body electric guitars designed by Gretsch, this instrument presents one of the three highly attractive colors that made these eye-catching Duo Jet guitars so desirable to musicians. Deriving from the personal collection of the Who’s bass-playing wizard—as originally sold by Sotheby’s and pictured in the book ‘Bass Culture’—this stunner of a guitar, rare and sought-after in its own right, would make an ideal showpiece in any serious collection. Estimate $5,000+
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Ideal photo of Moon, signed on the day of his final show with The Who 7341. The Who: Keith Moon Signed Photograph. Vintage 1976 glossy 10 x 8
Track Record publicity photo of Moon playing behind his kit, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To John, Keith Moon.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Moon’s former personal assistant, Peter ‘Dougal’ Butler, in full: “This is to certify that this signature of Keith Moon was the last signature he signed on tour with The Who. It was signed in my presence in his hotel suite in Toronto Canada on 21st October, 1976. The last tour date Keith played with The Who. The name John on the photo is my cousin who lived in Toronto and came to the concert. Alas, he never received it!” Although The Who would go on to play two private sets for the documentary The Kids Are Alright, the October 21st show at Toronto’s Maple Leaf Gardens proved to be Moon’s final public performance with the band. Moon died from an apparent drug overdose on September 7, 1978, a night after attending a preview screening of The Buddy Holly Story, hosted by Paul and Linda McCartney. Augmented by its rock solid provenance, this exceptional photo of Moon depicts the revolutionary drummer in a place where he was without peer, behind his drum kit. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $4,000+
7342. The Who: Pete Townshend Set of Four Signed Albums. Collection of four albums, each signed in person on
the front cover in blue felt tip by Townshend, with titles including: Chinese Eyes; Scoop; White City; and Empty Glass. In overall fine condition. Only the Chinese Eyes record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7343. Steve Winwood Set of Four Signed Albums. Col-
lection of four albums, each signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Winwood, with titles including: Roll With It; Back In The High Life; Talking Back to the Night; and Arc of a Diver. In overall fine condition. The records are not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Daltrey’s stage-worn silver cross, featured on the cover of ‘The Who Sell Out’ 7344. The Who: Roger Daltrey Stage-Worn Cross.
Roger Daltrey’s stage-worn vintage sterling silver Mexican cross by Taxco, measuring 2 x 3, and engraved on the reverse as MMP 925 with the maker’s hallmark below. In fine condition. Accompanied by three photos showing Daltrey wearing the cross around his neck, including one of Daltrey on the album ‘The Who Sell Out.’ Consignor notes that the cross pendant was found on the ground at a Who concert at the Musicarnival in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, on July 14, 1968. Frustrated with the faulty Sunn equipment they were provided with during the tour, the Who band members proceeded to wreck their instruments, amps, and cabinets before leaving the stage. Before the band would return to play with borrowed gear from the opening act Cyrus Erie, audience members scrambled to gather the various bits and pieces of demolished equipment near the stage floor. A unique stage- and album-worn item from The Who’s legendary frontman and founder. Estimate $1,000+
7346. The Zombies Signed Album.
Odyssey & Oracle album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Rod Argent, Colin Blunstone, Hugh Grundy, and Chris White. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7347. The Zombies Signed Photograph. Glossy 10 x 8 photo
7345. The Yardbirds Oversized Photograph. Attrac-
tive color semi-glossy 16.5 x 15.5 group of the Yardbirds in 1967, showing Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, Keith Relf, Chris Dreja, and Jim McCarty. In fine condition. Estimate $200+
of the group in matching vests, signed in blue and black felt tip by Rod Argent, Colin Blunstone, Chris White, and Hugh Grundy. In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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music of the 1970s 7351. AC/DC Signed Admission Ticket.
7350. AC/DC Signed 45 RPM. Rock ‘N’ Roll Damnation 45 rpm
album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Angus Young, and on the back cover in black ballpoint by Cliff Williams and Malcolm Young, each signing first name only and adding “AC/DC” to their signature. In very good condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $300+
Red cardstock admission pass for the AC/DC ‘Big Gun’ video shoot on May 6, 1993, 4.25 x 5.5, signed and inscribed in ballpoint and felt tip by Angus Young (ins), Malcolm Young, Cliff Williams, Brian Johnson, and Chris Slade. In very good condition, with overall creasing. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Let There Be Rock album signed by Scott and company 7352. AC/DC Signed Album. Sought-after Let There
Be Rock album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Cliff Williams, Malcolm Young, Angus Young, and Bon Scott, with the latter two adding “AC/DC” to their signatures. In fine condition, with some surface creasing and the signatures a shade light; moderate contrast to the Scott signature against the dark background. In addition to the record, also included are a pair of AC/DC tickets for a concert at Worcestershire’s Malvern Winter Gardens on October 15, 1977, a vintage AC/DC “Let There Be Rock!” sticker affixed to a clipped cardstock sheet, and a pair of flyers promoting the aforesaid AC/ DC show at the Winter Gardens. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Given Scott’s untimely death in 1980, items signed by the lead singer and his AC/DC cohorts are very scarce and extremely desirable. An exceptional fully signed example. Estimate $1,000+
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Bold, full cast of AC/DC signatures
7353. AC/DC Signed Guitar. Sought-after right-handed black-bodied stratocaster-style Austin Bazaar electric guitar, signed on the
white pickguard in blue felt tip by Simon Wright, Malcolm Young, Angus Young, Brian Johnson, and Cliff Williams, the latter four each adding “AC/DC.” In fine condition. Oversized. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A tremendously clean and appealing fully signed display piece from the Aussie rock legends. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
7354. AC/DC Signed Photograph. Satin-finish 8 x 10 Elektra
publicity photo of AC/DC, signed in black felt tip by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Cliff Williams, Brian Johnson, and Phil Pudd. In fine condition, with brushing to Johnson’s signature. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7355. AC/DC Signed Shirt. Off-white AC/DC t-shirt from the February leg of the band’s 1988 Blow Up Your Video world tour, size large, showing Angus Young playing on the front and numerous Australian tour dates on the back, signed on the front in blue felt tip by Brian Johnson, Simon Wright, Cliff Williams, and Malcolm and Angus Young, with each adding “AC/DC.” In very good condition, with scattered staining. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $400+
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7356. AC/DC: Angus Young Signed Guitar. Terrific right-handed cream-colored
Bronze series B. C. Rich Warlock electric guitar, model No. WG-5T/OW, serial No. 0020596, signed on the body in black felt tip, “Angus Young, AC/DC, For those about to rock,” adding a small sketch of himself wearing his devil-horn cap. In fine condition, with scattered dents and scuffing to body (confined mostly to the back of the guitar). Oversized. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7357. Bad Company Signed Album.
Straight Shooter album signed on the front in black felt tip, “Mick Ralphs,” “Best wishes, Boz Burrell,” and “Simon Kirke,” and in silver ink, “Paul Rodgers,” who adds a peace sign heart. In very good condition. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7358. Badfinger Set of Three Signed Documents. Set of three
7359. Eric Burdon and War Pair of Signed I t e m s . Tw o
items: an 8.25 x 11.25 German magazine photo of Eric Burdon and War posing on a stoop, signed in black felt tip, “Lonnie [Jordan], WAR,” “Charles [Miller],” “B. B. Dickerson, WAR,” “Harold [Brown],” and three others; and an off-white 8.25 x 11.75 sheet bearing two affixed German magazine articles, signed in black felt tip, “Lonnie Jordan, WAR,” “Charles [Miller],” “Harold Brown,” “B. B. Dickerson, WAR,” and three others. In overall fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
matching DSs, signed individually by “Joey Molland,” “Thomas Evans,” and “Mike Gibbings,” each five pages, 8.5 x 11, January 2, 1971. Contracts between each band member and Badfinger Enterprises, Inc. exchanging “counsel and services to the Corporation” for the purchase of “nineteen (19) shares of…common stock at a price of ($1.00) Dollar per share.” Individually signed at the conclusion by each musician and countersigned by the vice-president of Badfinger Enterprises, Inc. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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7360. The Cars Signed Picture Disc. Since You’re Gone
picture disc, signed in blue felt tip by Ric Ocasek, Greg Hawkes, Elliot Easton, and David Robinson. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7361. Cheap Trick Signed Drumhead. White Ludwig drum-
head, 15˝ in diameter, signed in blue and black felt tip by Robin Zander, Tom Petersson, Rick Nielsen, and Bun E. Carlos. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7364. Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show Signatures. Felt tip
signatures, “‘Keep on Smokin’,’ always, Ray [Sawyer], Doctor Hook,” “Get it on! John Wolters,” “Dennis [Locorriere] loves it!!!,” “Hello, & thanks, Bill Francis,” “Keep Rolling, George Cummings,” and “Jance [Garfat],” on an off-white 8.25 x 11.75 sheet. Affixed to a slightly larger sheet and in fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7362. Deep Purple Signed Ma g azine Photograph. Pair of
7365. Eagles Signed Sheet Music. Sheet music booklet for
color magazine photos of Deep Purple, affixed to an overall size of 12 x 11.25, signed in black felt tip by Ian Gillan, Ian Paice, Ritchie Blackmore, Jon Lord, and Roger Glover. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7363. Def Leppard Signed Magazine Photograph. Uninscribed 8.25 x 9.5 magazine photo of Def Leppard, signed in black felt tip by Steve Clark, Phil Collen, Rick Savage, Rick Allen, and Joe Elliott. In very good to fine condition, with evenly trimmed edges and scattered surface impressions. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
‘The Best of My Love,’ six pages, 9 x 12, signed in black felt tip by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Bernie Leadon, Don Felder, and Randy Meisner. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7366. Eagles Signed Shirt. White Eagles tshirt from the band’s 1994 Hell Freezes Over world tour, size XL, showing images of the five members on the front and the various American stops on the back, signed on the front in black felt tip by Don Felder, Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Joe Walsh, and Timothy B. Schmit. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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7367. Eagles Signed Album. The Long Run album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Don Felder, Timothy B. Schmit, Don Henley, Joe Walsh, and Glenn Frey. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. The record is not included. A bold and attractive cast of signatures against the dark album background. Estimate $1,000+
Walsh’s beautifully penned lyrics to ‘The Confessor’ 7368. Eagles: Joe Walsh Handwritten Working Lyrics. Handwritten working lyrics to Walsh’s 1985 song ‘The Confessor’ on an off-white 13.25 x 10.75 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “Joe Walsh.” In part: “If you look at your reflection in the bottom of a well / What you see is only on the surface / If you try to judge the distance hidden underneath / The measure of the depth can be deceiving—Yes it can / The bottom has a rocky reputation…In the eyes of the Confessor / There’s no place you can hide.” Double-matted and framed. In fine condition, with a very slight central vertical fold. An appealing handwritten lyric sheet of the titular song from Walsh’s seventh studio album. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
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7370. Electric Light Orchestra Signed Album. Ole Elo album
signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Jeff Lynne, Bev Bevan, Mik Kaminski, Louis Clark, and Kelly Groucutt, who adds a smiley face. In fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7371. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer Signed Album. Brain
7373. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer Signed Photograph.
Satin-finish 10 x 8 reproduced publicity photo of the group, signed in person in blue felt tip by Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Fleetwood Mac en route to Clinton’s inaugural gala
Salad Surgery album signed on the front in black felt tip by Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer. In very good condition. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7372. Emerson, Lake, and Palmer Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 16.5 x 11.25 German magazine photo col-
lage of Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer performing on stage, each signing in black felt tip. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7374. Fleetwood Mac Signed Album. Uncommon Tusk album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Mick Fleetwood,” “Thanks! Christine McVie,” “Lindsey Buckingham,” “Thank you! John McVie,” and “Much love, Stevie Nicks.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Also accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “I was employed at Warner Bros. Records in January 1993 when the band stopped in at the New York City offices of their label on route to Washington DC where they were reuniting to perform ‘Don’t Stop’ at President Clinton’s Inaugural Gala. While at the Warner’s offices they signed a few albums for staff members who had worked on the logistics of their appearance at the event. This album is one of those signed at the time.” An appealing example of a seldom-seen fully signed title. Estimate $1,000+
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7375. Fleetwood Mac and B. B. King Program. Program for
7379. KISS Signed Album. Crazy Nights
the B. B. King Blues Band/Fleetwood Mac UK tour in late 1968, ten pages, 8 x 10.5, also featuring Sonny Terry, Brownie McGhee, and Duster Bennett as performers. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Fleetwood Mac was promoting their forthcoming single ‘Albatross.’ Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Estimate $200+
album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Bruce Kulick, and Eric Carr. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7376. Foreigner Signed Photograph.
7380. KISS Signed Poster. Attractive color
Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the band, signed in blue and black felt tip by the entire classic lineup: Lou Gramm, Mick Jones, Dennis Elliott, Al Greenwood, Ian McDonald, and Rick Wills. In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
26 x 33 lithograph promoting Kiss’ 1995-96 worldwide convention tour, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Paul Stanley, Peter Criss, Ace Frehley, and Gene Simmons. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7377. Alex Harvey Band Signed Album. The Penthouse Tapes album signed on the front in black and blue ballpoint by Alex Harvey, Chris Glen, and Zal Cleminson. In fine condition. The record is not included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7381. Lynyrd Skynyrd Handwritten Souvenir Lyrics: Artimus Pyle. Souve-
7378. Heart: Ann and Nancy Wilson Signed Magazine Key Proof. Uncommon color glossy
9.75 x 13.25 magazine key proof for a Capitol Records promotion of Heart’s self-titled comeback record from 1985, showing the band posing with big hair and elaborate costumes, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Spence, Ann Wilson and also signed by Nancy Wilson.” Matted and in fine condition. The listed track, “What About Love,” became one of Heart’s most popular and recognizable songs. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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nir handwritten lyrics for “Free Bird” by bassist Greg T. Walker, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Walker, “Greg T. Walker, Original Bassist, Free Bird, Nov 1971,” and by the drummer, “Artimus Pyle.” Walker writes, in part: “If I leave here tomorrow would you still remember me / For I must be traveling on now ’cause there’s too many places I’ve got to see.” In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7384. Manfred Mann’s Earth Band Signatures. Black felt
7382. Lynyrd Skynyrd: Ronnie Van Zant Photograph.
Influential lead singer (born 1948) of the southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd who died in a 1977 plane crash that claimed the lives of six people. Wonderful satin-finish 14 x 9.5 photograph of Ronnie Van Zant wearing his signature Texas Hatters hat and a Jimi Hendrix shirt, and posing with his father Lacy Van Zant, a large Lynyrd Skynyrd patch on his jacket, holding an award from the Glasgow’s Apollo Centre. In fine condition. Estimate $200+
tip signatures, “Manfred [Mann],” “Steve Waller,” “Chris Thompson,” “Pat King,” and “John Lingwood,” who adds an inscription on an off-white 8.25 x 11.75 sheet bearing an affixed image of the band. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Advance copy One More from the Road album signed by RVZ and more 7383. Lynyrd Skynyrd Signed Album. Special advance preview copy
of One More from the Road album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Ronnie Van Zant, Billy Powell, Allen Collins, Gary Rossington, Leslie Hawkins, Cassie Gaines, Steve Gaines, Leon Wilkeson, and Artimus Pyle, who playfully misspells his name twice. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. With the lone exception of JoJo Billingsley, this highly desirable promotional copy is signed by the band’s entire classic lineup, including the sought-after addition of original vocalist Ronnie Van Zant and the presence of Steve Gaines, whose dynamic guitar playing helped cement Lynyrd Skynyrd as one of the world’s most ferocious live acts; Van Zant notably introduces Gaines as the band’s new guitarist on the standard edition of this record. A seldom-seen example of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s influential first live record, signed by a lineup many consider to be the band’s most talented. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
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Ideal set of Marley and the Wailers signatures 7385. Bob Marley and The Wailers Signatures. Wonderful
set of red felt tip signatures of Bob Marley, Rita Marley, Donald Kinsey, Alvin Patterson, Carlton Barrett, Dennis Thompson, Earl Smith, Aston “Family Man” Barrett, Judy Mowatt, Marcia Griffiths, and Tyrone Downie, who adds “Bob Marley and the Wailers,” on an off-white 5.5 x 6.75 sheet. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained while the band were on tour in Stockholm, Sweden. A clean and appealing set of bold signatures from several notable members of the influential reggae band, including the desirable husband and wife duo of Bob and Rita. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
“Rastafari live, Bob Marley” 7386. Bob Marley Signed Album Sleeve. Babylon by Bus promo album signed in the die-cut window in blue ink, “Rastafari live, Bob Marley.” In fine condition. The promo record is not included; a complete 1978 Island Records pressing is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A crisp example of the influential reggae superstar, who remains one of modern music’s rarest and most sought-after autographs. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $5,000+
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Astoundingly rare “Robert Marley” twice-signed check from his greatest period
7387. Bob Marley Twice-Signed Check. Amazing twice-signed Jamaica Citizens Bank Limited check, 8 x 3.5, filled out in another
hand and signed by Marley, “Robert Marley,” payable to cash for $148, January 24, 1976, and endorsed on the reverse by Marley in the same manner. Also signed and endorsed by Allan Cole, road manager of The Wailers who is controversially credited with writing their song ‘War.’ In fine condition. The year 1976 saw Marley’s breakthrough in the United States with the release of Rastaman Vibration, which featured the now-classic songs ‘Positive Vibration,’ ‘Roots, Rock, Reggae,’ and ‘War.’ He followed up this effort in 1977 with Exodus—widely considered his greatest album—which secured him international stardom with the major hits ‘Jamming,’ ‘Waiting in Vain,’ and ‘One Love/ People Get Ready.’ Marley is exceedingly rare in checks; this is the only one that has appeared on the market since his death 35 years ago. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $8,000+
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7388. Meatloaf Signed Painting. Original acrylic and mixed media painting of the Bat Out of Hell album cover by pop artist Howie Green on 12 x 12 canvas, signed on the front in black felt tip by Meat Loaf and signed on the reverse by Green, who adds a 2007 copyright date and a humorous sketch. In fine condition. A unique and attractive item. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7390. Middle of the Road Signed Scrapbook Page Display. Group of four color
magazine photos of Middle of the Road, ranging in size from 4 x 8.25 x 8 x 11, signed on the images in black felt tip by Sally Carr (3), Ken Andrew (3), Eric McCredie, and Ian McCredie, each signing first name only. All are affixed to a large scrapbook page and in fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7392. Nazareth Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 16.75
x 11 Popfoto magazine photo of Nazareth during a performance, signed in black felt tip by Dan McCafferty, Pete Agnew, Manny Charlton, and Darrell Sweet. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7393. Cozy Powell Signed Magazine Photograph. Color
19.75 x 12 German magazine photo of various images of Powell posing with race cars and motorcycles, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with expected handling wear and a small stain to upper right corner. Consignor notes that this vintage signature was obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7391. Motorhead Signed Program. Pro-
gram for the Motorhead Ace Up Your Sleeve Tour in October– November 1980, 8.25 x 11.75, signed and inscribed inside in blue ballpoint by Lemmy, Phil Taylor, and Eddie Taylor: “To Bobbard, Lemmy Kilmister,” “Philthy Animal,” and “Fast Eddie.” In very good condition, with overall creasing and handling wear, including a heavy central vertical crease. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7394. Suzi Quatro Pair of Signed Magazine Photographs. Two color German magazine photos of Suzi Quatro and her band, both approximately 16.75 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Quatro (4), Len Tuckey (3), Alastair McKenzie (2), and Dave Neal (2), the latter three signing first name only. One photo affixed to a slightly larger sheet of construction paper. In overall fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Awesome Magic Tour poster featuring the full Queen lineup 7395. Queen Signed Poster.
Phenomenal color 44.75 x 32 poster for a Queen concert at Budapest’s Nepstadion on July 27, 1986, listing Craaft and Z-Zi Labor as supporting acts, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Brian May, X To Suzie,” “Freddie Mercury,” “John Deacon,” and “Roger Taylor.” Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with trivial ripples overall, that would potentially be easily matted out when framed and a small tear to right edge, that does not affect the signatures and the integrity of the beautiful poster. With its heavyweight paper and gorgeous celestially themed artwork, this stunning, one-of-a-kind poster was made especially to promote this now historic performance by Queen in Budapest, one of their very last with the classic Queen lineup; this legendary concert was recorded and released as Hungarian Rhapsody: Queen Live in Budapest. A wonderful display piece enhanced furthermore by its bold colors and cast of huge signatures. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $6,000+
Fully signed A Night at the Opera ceiling hanging 7396. Queen Signed Promotional Display. Seldom-seen double-sided Elektra
Records ceiling hanging for A Night at the Opera, the fourth studio album from Queen, 14.5 x 23, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Jeep, John Deacon,” “Brian May,” “Roger Taylor,” and “Freddie Mercury,” who has signed within the center oval. In very good condition, with moderate overall creasing, scattered stains, a small area of surface paper loss, and Mercury’s signature virtually invisible. Consignor notes that the inscription was made out to A-Squared Records founder Jeep Holland. Despite its condition, this fully signed promotional piece remains an uncommon and highly appealing format. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
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7397. Rainbow Signed Scrapbook Page Display. Large light
green 12.75 x 19.75 scrapbook page bearing two affixed magazine photos, one of Ritchie Blackmore and the other showing the full group, signed and inscribed on the scrapbook page in black felt tip, “Ronnie James Dio,” “To Tony, Bob Daisley,” “To Tony, Best Wishes, Cozy Powell,” and one other. In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7398. Roxy Music Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 18.75
x 12.25 German magazine photo of Roxy Music, signed in black felt tip by Bryan Ferry, Eddie Jobson, Andy Mackay, Phil Manzanera, Paul Thompson, and one other. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7399. RSO Red Bull Cookie Jar. Very rare
vintage 1978 ceramic cookie jar in the form of the RSO Records red bull logo mascot, measuring 14 x 8 x 5, featuring a gold RSO tag on the neck. In fine condition. These were never made available for sale to the public and produced as promotional gifts for the record executives in the 1978 holiday season. RSO (Robert Stigwood Organisation) managed the like of the Bee Gees, Eric Clapton, and Andy Gibb, and as a record label released the ultrasuccessful soundtracks to Grease and Saturday Night Fever. Estimate $500+
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7400. Sha Na Na Signed Document. DS,
one page, 8.5 x 11, February 20, 1973. Standard AFTRA agreement between the members of Sha Na Na and Burt Sugarman, Inc., for the group to “render artistic services in connection with the rehearsal and broadcast of… ‘Midnight Special.’” Signed at the conclusion by many band members using their full names: Lennie Baker, Chris Donald [Vinnie Taylor], Johnny Contardo, Jon Bauman, Scott Simon, Scott Powell, John Marcellino, Fred Greene, Richard Joffe, Don York, Bruce C. Clarke, and Elliot Cahn. Countersigned by Sugarman. In fine condition. Exemplars from this era are virtually nonexistent, and because the band has signed with their legal names our third-party authenticators are unable to render an opinion. However, the Sugarman does match known examples and as this is a legal document we have no reason to doubt the authenticity of the item. Estimate $200+
Springsteen and five of his E Street Band
7401. Paul Simon Signed Album. Graceland album signed
in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Simon. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7402. Slade Signed Scrapbook Page Display.
Large green 12 x 19.75 scrapbook page bearing four affixed magazine photos of the band Slade, signed over the photos in black felt tip by Jim Lea (2), Noddy Holder, Don Powell, and Dave Hill, each signing first name only. In fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7403. Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band Signed Album. Darkness on the Edge of Town promotional album signed on
the front cover in black felt tip by Bruce Springsteen, Max Weinberg (ins), Roy Bittan, Miami Steve, Nils Lofgren, and Garry Tallent. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $600+
Ethereal moments of Springsteen at Madison Square Garden 7404. Bruce Springsteen Lithograph: Richard Aaron. Lim-
ited edition 21 x 24 lithograph of five photographic frames showing Springsteen bathed in light and posing on stage, numbered 1/50, and signed in the lower border in pencil by the photographer Richard Aaron. Rolled and in fine condition. Aaron was on assignment for the publicity department of CBS records when he captured these once-in-a-lifetime shots of Springsteen during a performance at NYC’s Madison Square Garden. A stunning and artistic portrayal of The Boss. Estimate $1,000+
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7405. Bruce Springsteen Signed Album. Vintage Born
to Run album signed and inscribed on the front in black ballpoint, “To Rick, Thanks for the support! Bruce Springsteen.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Rick Whitesell was a former editor of Goldmine magazine. Vintage examples of Born to Run signed around the time of the album’s release are quite scarce. Estimate $400+
7406. Rod Stewart Signed Poster.
7408. James Taylor and Group Set of Five Signed Documents. Five DSs filled
out and signed by Taylor and his group members, each one page, 8 x 3.5, December 17, 1969. Employee’s withholding exemption certificates filled out and signed by James Taylor, Russ Kunkel, Daniel Kortchmar, Randy Meisner, and Christopher Darrow. In fine condition. These were completed while Taylor was recording his most famous album Sweet Baby James. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Limited edition 18 x 24 print showing Stewart reading a newspaper, numbered 51/200, prominently signed in black felt tip. Rolled and in fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7407. The Sweet Pair of Signed Magazine Photographs. Pair of color
German magazine centerfold photos of The Sweet, both approximately 19.5 x 12.25, both signed in black felt tip, “Mitch [Perry],” “Stevie [Priest],” and “Andy [Scott].” In overall fine condition, with expected handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7409. James Taylor Set of Six Signed Albums.
Collection of six albums, each signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Taylor, with titles including: Rainy Day Man; Greatest Hits; That’s Why I’m Here; JT; Gorilla; and In the Pocket. In overall fine condition. The records are not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7411. Tempest and Colosseum II Signed Items. Two items: a large
yellow 13.75 x 19.75 scrapbook page bearing several affixed magazine photos of Tempest members Mark Clarke and Jon Hiseman, signed in black felt tip by both, with Clarke having signed three times and Hiseman having signed twice, adding an inscription to one, “To Tony, Lots of Luck, all the best from Tempest”; and an off-white 8.25 x 11.75 sheet bearing two affixed German magazine clippings for Colosseum II, signed in black felt tip by Clarke, Hiseman, Gary Moore, Don Airey, Neil Murray, and Mike Starrs. The Colosseum II sheet is affixed to a slightly larger mount. In overall fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7412. Uriah Heep Signed Magazine Photograph. Color 19.5 x 12.25 magazine centerfold photo of Uriah Heep, signed in black felt tip by Lee Kerslake, Ken Hensley, Mick Box, David Byron, and Gary Thain. Affixed to a slightly larger scrapbook page and in fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7414. Van Halen Signed Poster. Color
16.25 x 36 poster advertising ‘Monsters of Rock’ at Rice Stadium in Houston on July 2, 1988, signed and inscribed in gold ink by Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony, and Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz. Rolled and in fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $200+
7413. Van Halen Signed Photograph. Satin-finish 8 x 10 Warner Bros. publicity photo from 1995, signed in black felt tip by Eddie Van Halen, Alex Van Halen, Sammy Hagar, and Michael Anthony. In fine condition, with a light vertical bend. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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Stunning Charvel guitar stage-used by EVH
7415. Eddie Van Halen Stage-Used and Signed Guitar.
Eddie Van Halen’s gorgeous stage-used right-handed striped Charvel EVH Art Series electric guitar, serial No. 231, signed on the body in silver ink, “Eddie Van Halen, 2007,” adding the date and venue above, “Anaheim, CA, 12.20.07.” Back of guitar bears an affixed EVH authenticity label, “00231.” The instrument was hand-striped by Van Halen himself. Includes its original black EVH hardshell case. In fine condition. Oversized. Accompanied by a color photo of Van Halen playing the guitar on stage, and a certificate of authenticity signed in black ballpoint Van Halen, indicating that the guitar was played at Anaheim’s Honda Center on December 20, 2007. Oversized. Van Halen embarked on a rare and massive 76-date tour of North America in 2007 and 2008—only their second in a decade-long span—which was highlighted by the band’s reunion with original singer David Lee Roth, and the addition of Eddie Van Halen’s 16-year-old son, Wolfgang, as the band’s bassist. After a weeklong break in mid-November 2007, the band rolled up and down the west coast on the tour’s second leg, playing a two-night show at Anaheim’s Honda Center on the 18th and 20th of December. Enhanced by its incredible stage-used provenance, this oneof-a-kind high performance guitar embodies the inimitable style and speed of its legendary signer. A dazzling display piece. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $20,000+
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7418. Yes Signed Album. Big Generator
album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin, Chris Squire, Alan White, and Tony Kaye. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7419. Ye s Signed Album.
7416. Van Halen Signed Program. Sought-after Van Halen Live ‘lion’ program from the 1982 Hide Your Sheep tour, 11 x 14, fourteen pages, featuring a huge assortment of entertaining behind-the-scene photos, signed on the centerfold in blue ballpoint, “Alex Van Halen,” “Michael Anthony, VH,” “David Lee Roth,” and “Edward Van Halen.” In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7417. Tom Waits Signed CD. Orphans: Brawlers, Bawlers & Bastards CD signed inside on the lyric book title page in black ink. In fine condition. The CDs are included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
The Yes Album signed in person on the front cover in felt tip by Steve Howe, Bill Bruford, Rick Wakeman, Jon Anderson, and Chris Squire. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7420. Frank Zappa Pair of Signed Magazine Photographs.
Two magazine photos of Frank Zappa playing guitar, both approximately 8.25 x 11.25, both signed in black felt tip. Affixed to a larger scrapbook page and in overall fine condition, with some wrinkling and handling wear. Consignor notes that these vintage signatures were obtained in person in Vienna during the early to mid-1970s. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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Scarce handwritten arrangements by Zappa
7421. Frank Zappa Handwritten Musical Manuscript. Wonderful handwritten musical arrangements for the song ‘Music for Electric
Violin and Low-Budget Orchestra,’ 9.5 x 12.5, four sets of adjoining two-page staved sheets, six pages of which bear extensive pencil notations in Zappa’s own hand. In fine condition. Consignor notes that the compositions derive from the collection of Marty Perellis, Zappa’s road manager during the early 1970s. The song ‘Music for Electric Violin and Low-Budget Orchestra’ was recorded for the 1970 album King Kong: Jean-Luc Ponty Plays the Music of Frank Zappa, a collaborative genre-bending homage by the French jazz fusion artist. Zappa later released a shorter version of the song on his 1978 album Studio Tan, under the name ‘Revised Music for Guitar & Low-Budget Orchestra.’ A rare and insightful peek into Zappa’s musical genius Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
7422. ZZ Top Signed Album. Eliminator album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Dusty Hill, Frank Beard, and Billy Gibbons. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7424. AC/DC: The Razors Edge
7425. Aerosmith: 1985–1994
7426. Aerosmith: Get a Grip
7427. Anthrax Signed Sales Award: State of Euphoria
7428. Asia: Asia
7429. Beach Boys: 15 Big Ones
7430. Black Crowes: Shake Your Money Maker
7431. Blind Melon: Blind Melon
7432. Cars: Candy–O
7433. Cher: Take Me Home
7434. Dave Matthews Band: Everyday
7435. Miles Davis: Kind of Blue
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7436. Eagles: Hell Freezes Over
7437. Foreigner: Head Games
7438. Genesis: Abacab
7439. Heart: Bad Animals Estimate $400+
7440. Don Henley: The End of the Innocence
7441. Whitney Houston: Whitney
7442. Whitney Houston: Whitney Houston
7443. Janet Jackson: Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation 1814
7444. Journey: Evolution
7445. Journey: Frontiers
7446. The Kinks: One for the Road
7447. Gladys Knight and the Pips: Claudine
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7448. John Mayall: Turning Point Estimate $400+
7449. John Mellencamp: Cuttin’ Heads
7450. Metallica: Load, Re-Load, and Garage Inc.
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Presented to Ted Nugent 7452. Ted Nugent: Ted Nugent Estimate $400+
7451. Morrisey: Viva Hate Estimate $400+
7453. Pearl Jam: Backspacer Estimate $400+
7454. Johnny Rivers: Johnny Rivers’ Golden Hits
7455. Run DMC: Raising Hell
7456. Steve Miller Band: Book of Dreams
7457. Rod Stewart: A Night on the Town
7458. Traveling Wilburys: Vol. 3
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ramones The Monte A. Melnick ramones collection For over two decades, Monte A. Melnick, a native of Forest Hills, New York, and a childhood friend of original Ramones drummer Tommy Erdelyi, assumed the enviable task of being the full-time tour manager of the Ramones. As the band’s sound evolved, so did Monte’s job title, and it wasn’t long before he took upon other default roles such as soundman, stage manager, road manager, personal chauffeur, road crew handler, and the personal assistant to the band’s lanky leading frontman, Joey Ramone. If the Ramones needed something done, rest assured that Monte was the man to see it through. In addition to all of the sights, sounds, stories, and scars accrued over 2,263 live performances, Monte amassed a once-in-a-lifetime collection of memorabilia related to the world’s most popular and influential punk rock band. From backstage passes and leather gloves to signed photos, albums, US and international posters, Monte’s collection spans every shabby nightclub, every sold-out festival, every seat-shaking anthem spray-painted with a surname every young musician wanted as their own—Ramone. Monte A .Melnick is also the author of “On The Road with the Ramones,’ a book in which several of the here-offered items are pictured.
Worn on stage by the Ramones frontman 7460. Joey Ramone’s Stage-Worn Glove.
Joey Ramone’s stageused right-handed black leather glove, size medium, with Velcro wrist strap and breathable knuckle holes. In fine, well-used condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of provenance from longtime Ramones tour manager Monte Melnick, in full: “Joey Ramone liked to wear these driving gloves on stage. I was responsible for going out and buying these gloves for Joey. One thing about them is that he would sweat into them during the show and the dye would come off on his hands so when he would come off stage his hands were dyed black. When the Ramones retired in 1996 I cleaned out the wardrobe trunk and found this glove that Joey had worn on stage.” The Ramones and their trademark leather uniforms helped dictate the style for the burgeoning punk movement of the 1970s and ‘80s. A fantastic stage-worn glove from the band’s lanky leading man. Estimate $1,000+ 144 the monte a. melnick ramones collection
7461. Ramones NY 1987 Music Award: Animal Boy.
Uncommon 1987 New York Music Awards medallion honoring The Ramones with “Best Album– Group” for their ninth studio album, Animal Boy. The medallion measures 2.5˝ in diameter and is presented inside a rectangular 4 x 7 x 1.5 Lucite display with an affixed nameplate. In fine condition. Estimate $400+
7463. Ramones 1977 Buckinghamshire England Poster.
Vintage 20 x 30 poster for a Ramones concert at the Friars Aylesbury club in Buckinghamshire, England, on December 30, 1977, listing The Rezilos as the supporting act. Rolled and in very good condition, with wrinkling, tape-repaired tears, and wear to edges. A bold and appealing early Ramones poster. Estimate $500+
7462. Ramones NY 1988 Music Award: Board of Directors.
Appealing 1988 New York Music Awards medallion honoring The Ramones with the “Board of Directors Award.” The medallion measures 2.5˝ in diameter and is presented inside a rectangular 4 x 7 x 1.5 Lucite display with an affixed nameplate. In fine condition. Estimate $400+
7464. Ramones a n d Ta l k i n g Heads 1977 Netherlands Poster. Appealing
27.5 x 43 poster for a Ramones and Talking Heads concert at Huize Maas Vismarkt in Groningen, Netherlands, on May 8, 1977, showing a woman in a leggy stance with an admirer leaning against a brick wall. In fine condition, with partial separations to expected storage folds. Estimate $500+
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7465. Ramones and Talking Heads 1 9 7 7 To u r Manifest and Mini Poster.
Two items related to the Ramones and Talking Heads tour of 1977: a navy blue 12.25 x 16 poster for a show at the Macumba Club in Lille, France, on May 4, 1977; and a copy of the European tour manifest for shows dated from April 24 to May 6, 1977, listing the traveling parties, equipment, contacts, and record companies. Also included are the thirteen dates for scheduled venues and days off, detailing the venue promoters, location, size, finances, and the hotels where the bands would be staying. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
7466. Ramones 1977 Le Havre France Poster. Black
and orange 15.5 x 23.25 poster for a Ramones and Talking Heads concert at Salle des Fetes de Graville in Le Havre, France, on April 30, 1977. In fine condition, with expected storage folds and tape remnants to corners. Estimate $300+
7468. Ramones 1980 Bristol England. Giant vibrantly
colored 40.25 x 30 poster for a Ramones concert at Colston Hall in Bristol, England, on February 7, 1980. In fine condition, with expected storage folds. A bright, impressively sized poster from their promotional tour for End of the Century, the Ramones’ most commercially successful record. Estimate $500+
Original R&R High School film material 7467. Ramones 1979 ‘Rock n’ Roll Highschool’ Contact and Call Sheets and Signed Poster. Three items: a huge
color 27 x 41 movie poster for the 1979 film Rock ‘n’ Roll High School, signed in black felt tip by Joey, Marky, and Dee Dee Ramone; a four-page copy of a packet sent by New World Pictures to the Ramones, including a welcome letter, a production office contact sheet, a shooting and location schedule, and a spreadsheet style page noting which days the Ramones will be needed for production; and a copy of a Rock ‘n’ Roll High School call sheet, dated December 6, 1978, for the eighth day of shooting at 6:30 am at Mt. Carnell, listing the Ramones in the cast and day players section, noting their makeup times at 1:00 pm. In overall very good condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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7472. Ramones 1989 Berlin Signed Poster. Vividly colored
7469. Ramones 1981 Hannover Germany Poster. Deep
orange 33 x 23.25 poster for a Ramones concert in Hannover, Germany, on November 2, 1981, with the sneaking man from the Pleasant Dreams album cover in the background. Rolled and in fine condition, with slight edgewear. Estimate $300+
23.25 x 33 poster for a Ramones concert at Eissporthalle in Berlin, Germany, on November 27, 1989, listing Ghost Dance and Plan B as supporting acts, and signed in black felt tip by Johnny, CJ, Marky, and Joey Ramone, who adds “89.” In fine condition, with expected storage folds. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7470. Ramones 1988 Fillmore Signed Mini Poster.
Attractive color Arlene Owseichik promotional poster for a Ramones concert held at The Fillmore in San Francisco on June 11, [1988], 12.75 x 19.25, signed in various colored felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Dee Dee, and Marky Ramone. The poster features a tattooed woman daydreaming about a tattooed man, her back reading, “Gabba Gabba Hey,” with The Dickies and Snatches of Pink listed as supporting acts below. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7473. Ramones 1989 Leichester England Signed Poster.
Bold blue-and-white 40.25 x 29.75 poster for a Ramones concert at Rockandy in Leicester, England, on September 30, 1989, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, CJ, Marky, and Joey Ramone, who adds “89.” In fine condition, with haloing to signatures, and expected storage folds. An appealing concert poster from the date of CJ Ramone’s debut live performance. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7471. Ramones 1989 Athens Greece Signed Poster.
Appealing color 29.5 x 19.5 poster for a series of Ramones concerts at the Rodon Club in Athens, Greece, on May 12-15, 1989, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, Marky, Dee Dee, and Joey Ramone, who adds “89.” In fine condition, with expected storage folds. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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Fantastic oversized NZ Ramones concert poster 7474. Ramones 1989 New Zealand Signed Poster. Mammoth color 39.25 x 55 concert poster for two Ramones shows in Auckland and Wellington, New Zealand on October 30 and November 1, 1989, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, Marky, CJ, and Joey Ramone, who adds “89.” In fine condition, with expected storage folds. An awesome, vibrantly colored tour poster for a country the group seldom had a chance to visit. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
7475. Ramones 1989 Spain’s Valencia Auditorium Signed Poster. Massive red, white, and blue 50.5 x 33 concert poster for
two Ramones shows at Spain’s Valencia Auditorium on February 9 and 10, 1989, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, Marky, Dee Dee, and Joey Ramone, who adds “89.” In fine condition, with some haloing to signatures and expected storage folds. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
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7476. Ramones 1994 Buenos Aires Argentina Acid Eaters Poster. Enormous color 57.5 x 42 Acid Eaters tour poster for a
Ramones concert in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on May 14, 1994, listing Motorhead, Attaque 77, 2 Minutos, and Mal Momento as supporting acts. In fine condition, with expected storage folds. Estimate $400+
Escape from New York with the Ramones, Blondie, and the Talking Heads
7478. Escape from NY 1990 Tour Jacket and Signed Photograph. Two items related to the 1990 Escape from New York
tour headlined by the Ramones, Blondie, and members of the Talking Heads. First, a scarce beige cotton flight jacket manufactured by Avirex Ltd., size large, featuring a brown leather collar, shoulder patches, and an Avirex name tag on left chest, with the back bearing a large embroidered tour logo patch, showing the statue of liberty leering over large block lettering. The cotton interior bears a printed Army Air Forces certificate of appreciation for war service to Avirex Ltd, copyrighted 1987. The original Avirex brand tag remains attached to zipper. Second is a glossy 10 x 8 group photo of the various Escape from New York tour musicians, signed in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, CJ, and Marky Ramone, Debbie Harry, Chris Stein, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, and Tina Weymouth, with Frantz and Joey Ramone adding “1990.” In overall fine condition, with mounting remnants to lower border of photo. The Ramones, Blondie, and three members of the Talking Heads crossed the country in the summer of 1990 on the celebrated Escape from New York tour, a meeting of established rock minds who sought to excise the excess of the current music scene with an antedated Lollapalooza-esque traveling showcase. An ideal pairing of items honoring the once-in-a-lifetime tour. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $500+
Clem Burke becomes a Ramone in 1987 7479. Ramones Signed Photograph. Rare semi-glossy 10
x 8 Sire Records publicity group photo of The Ramones, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, Dee Dee, and Joey Ramone, and Clem Burke, the latter two adding “87.” In fine condition. Burke joined The Ramones for two shows under the stage name Elvis Ramone following Richie Ramone’s sudden departure in late August of 1987. A desirable and uncommon lineup of the leather-clad punk rockers. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
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7480. Ramones Signed Photograph. De-
sirable glossy 10 x 8 20th Century Fox publicity photo for The Ramones’ appearance on The Simpsons, signed in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Marky, and CJ Ramone. In fine condition. The Ramones crashed a classic episode of The Simpsons entitled ‘Rosebud,’ memorably singing a raucous rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ to Mr. Burns. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7481. Ramones 1993 Signed Program. Ap-
pealing Ramones program of photographs compiled by the band’s art director Arturo Vega, 9.75 x 13, signed on the front cover around their presidential seal in silver ink by Johnny, Marky, CJ, and Joey Ramone, who adds “93’” below his signature. In fine condition, with handling wear. Accompanied by an unsigned copy of the same program. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7483. Ramones 1997 ‘We’re Out of Here’ Signed CD Set. We’re Outta Here! CD boxset signed on the front
of the display box in black and blue felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Marky, CJ, Tommy, and Dee Dee Ramone, and two others. In fine condition, with wear to edges and corners of box. In addition to the CD and VHS, also included is an in-store Tower Records pass for We’re Outta Here!, signed on the reverse in blue felt tip by all six Ramones. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7482. Ramones 1999 ‘Hey Ho Let’s Go’ Signed CD Anthology. Ramones Anthology: Hey Ho Let’s Go! CD signed on the front of the slipcase in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Marky, and Dee Dee Ramone, and signed on the back of the slipcase by CJ and Tommy Ramone. In fine condition. In addition to the CDs, also included is a Ramones event card indicating that the signatures were obtained at New York’s Virgin Megastore on July 20, 1999. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
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7484. Marky Ramone Set of Six Drumsticks. Set of six Marky Ramone Vic Firth drumsticks, each measuring 16.25˝ in length. In overall fine condition, with expected wear from use. Estimate $300+
Ramones stage-used P. C. I. flag 7485. Ramones Stage-Used Italian Communist Flag. Silken
red 26.25 x 26 fabric flag of the Italian Communist Party used on stage by The Ramones. In fine condition, with slight wrinkling and expected stage use. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of provenance from longtime Ramones tour manager Monte Melnick, in full: “In one of the Ramones’ many times that they played in Italy we happened to play a large venue that the Italian Communist Party had sponsored. The Ramones had no idea that they were the sponsors of the show. When the Ramones showed up at the venue we saw that the whole place was decorated with these Communist flags. Needless to say Johnny Ramone was freaked out (Johnny Ramone’s beliefs were extremely right wing) and we almost didn’t play the show. Here is one of the flags I took from that show.”Estimate $400+
7486. Ramones 1977 Rocket to Russia Program. Circa
1977 UK program for the Ramones’ third studio album, Rocket to Russia, 8.25 x 11.75, 16 pages, featuring numerous band photos, lyrics, a discography, and information on their upcoming tour. In fine condition, with some expected wear. Estimate $200+
7487. Ramones Pair of 1978 European Tour Itineraries.
Pair of itineraries for the Ramones’ 1978 European tour, both 8.25 x 11.75, 21 pages, one covering tour dates to Finland, Sweden, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France between September 2-20, and the other detailing the UK leg of the tour from September 20 to October 8. Both itineraries feature extensive handwritten annotations by tour manager Monte Melnick. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
7488. Ramones Pair of 1990 Escape From New York Tour Passes. Pair of bright pink 3.5 x 3.75 laminated passes for the Ra-
mones’s 1990 Escape from New York tour featuring The Ramones, Debbie Harry, Jerry Harrison, and Tom Tom Club, one bearing an affixed image of Joey Ramone and the other Ramones tour manager Monte A. Melnick. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
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7489. Ramones Set of 12 Tour Passes. Set of twelve
unsigned stage passes for various Ramones concerts, ranging in size from 2.5 x 4.25 to 4.25 x 3, and dated between 1982 and 1995. Passes include: an all access pass for a May 14, 1994, show with Motorhead; a 1982 Ramones American flag crew pass; a Berlin Bizarre pass from 1991; a Ramones 1990 Scandinavia tour pass; and an all access pass for an MTV presents Acid Chaos tour with Sepultura in 1994. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
7490. Ramones Set of 12 Tour Passes. Set of twelve
unsigned stage passes for various Ramones concerts, ranging in size from 2.5 x 3.5 and 4.25 x 3, and dated between 1982 and 1996. Passes include: a 1982 Ramones American flag crew pass; an all access Acid Eaters tour pass for a show in Buenos Aires on May 18-19, 1994; a stage pass during the Too Tough to Die tour of 1984-85; and a “Last Show” pass for the band’s final “2263” concert, held at The Palace in Los Angeles, California on August 6, 1996. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
7491. Ramones Set of 12 Tour Passes. Set of twelve unsigned
stage passes for various Ramones concerts, each approximately 2.75 x 4, and dated between 1981 and 1995. Passes include: a set of four all access passes for Japanese shows in 1990, 1991, and 1995; an uncommon “Pet” pass featuring the movie poster to the 1989 horror film Pet Sematary; an “All the Way” 1981 crew pass showing a swooping eagle; and a sought-after all access two-day pass for a Ramones and Social Distortion show at New York’s Roseland Ballroom on November 10-11, 1992. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
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7494. Ramones Signed Album ‘Rocket to Russia’. Rocket to Russia album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, and Dee Dee Ramone. In fine condition. The record is included. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7496. Ramones Signed Album ‘Road to Ruin’. Road to Ruin album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Marky, and Dee Dee Ramone. In very good to fine condition. The record is included. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7495. Ramones Signed Album ‘Leave Home’. Leave Home demonstration album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, and Dee Dee Ramone. In very good to fine condition. The record is included. This is a desirable original pressing with the controversial song ‘Carbona Not Glue.’ From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7497. Ramones Signed Album ‘End of the Century’. End
of the Century album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Marky, and Dee Dee Ramone. In fine condition. The record is included. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
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Incredible first custom Hamer guitar designed for Johnny Ramone 7498. Johnny Ramone’s Owned and Stage-Used Signed Hamer Guitar. Johnny Ramone’s personally-owned and stage-used
vintage white Hamer right-handed custom electric guitar, embossed with its serial number on the reverse of the headstock, “0185,” and signed and inscribed on the back in black felt tip, “To Adam, Johnny Ramone.” Featuring deep body contours and a larger, more flared headstock than found on stock Hamer special models, this ‘special’ lightweight Hamer guitar was designed to fit the specific needs of Ramone. The guitar’s original bridge humbucking pickup was removed and a single coil pickup installed on a cream-colored mounting plate. Additionally, the original Kluson tuning machines were later replaced with Schallers; the old tuner impressions remain visible on reverse of headstock. The presence of the “0185” serial number suggests that this model was subcontracted by an ex-partner of Hamer, as no matching four-digit code exists in the factory logs alongside the other Ramone-specific Hamers. Includes its original modified Hamer hardshell case, with the neck pocket housing an off-white Ramones guitar pick and an assemblage of guitar strings, with several by Darco Funky, Ramone’s string of choice. In fine condition, with expected yellowing to body finish. Oversized. All of the modifications to the Hamer were made by Johnny Ramone’s team per his specific request. Accompanied by a notarized certificate of authenticity from close friend and Ramones expert Chris Lamy, as well as a notarized letter of provenance from Monte Melnick, the longtime tour manager of the Ramones, the latter, in part: “Adam Greiss was a close friend of Johnny Ramone, as well as friends with the rest of the band and select crew members. Adam often traveled with us to shows outside the NY area, ranging from Philadelphia all the way up to New England…Adam and Johnny Ramone traded guitars on May 22, 1982—Adam gave Johnny a sunburst Ventures II Mosrite guitar (used in the ‘Time Has Come Today’ video) for Johnny’s custom Hamer guitar which Johnny endorsed in the late 1970s into the early 1980s. This particular Hamer was the first one of Johnny’s Hamers, and was used live during the part of the set when the guitar technicians re-tuned Johnny’s primary white Mosrite guitar…A year later, on March 12, 1983 Johnny autographed the Hamer guitar for Adam.” Ramone played and toured with this instrument extensively for three years, performing on-stage and during various live TV appearances such as the band’s infamous Sha Na Na appearance on May 9, 1979, and the Top of the Pops show on January 31, 1980. According to Lamy and Hamer guitars founder Jol Dantzig, this customized guitar represents the first piece of gear endorsed by any of the Ramones, and is enhanced furthermore by its unique and historic distinction as being the very first customdesigned Hamer guitar delivered to the legendary punk rock guitarist. An amazing one-of-a-kind piece. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $40,000+
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Sought-after set of 13 early Ramones singles
75001. Ramones Collection of 45 RPMs. Seldom-encountered set of thirteen early Ramones 45 rpm records, including: three 1977 Sire Records albums for ‘Do You Wanna Dance? / Baby Sitter,’ “To Adam, Johnny Ramone,” “Joey Ramone,” and “Dee Dee Ramone.” Other album titles include: ‘Swallow My Pride / Pinhead’; ‘I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend / California Sun / I Don’t Wanna Walk Around with You’; ‘Rockaway Beach / Locket Love’; a promo for ‘Sheena Is a Punk Rocker’; a 1982 Virgin Records album for Holly and Joey’s single of ‘I Got You Babe’; a promo album for ‘Needles & Pins’; ‘A Real Cool Time / Indian Giver’; ‘Rock ‘N’ Roll High School / Do You Wanna Dance? (live)’; ‘Do You Remember Rock ‘N’ Roll Radio?/ I Want You Around’; and a mono promo 45 rpm album for ‘Blitzkrieg Bop / Havana Affair.’ In overall very good condition. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7501. Ramones Japanese ‘It’s Alive’ Album Import. Uncommon It’s Alive Japanese import album. In fine condition. The record is included. Lyric sheet with phonetic English translation is also present—a must have for collectors. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Estimate $200+
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7502. Ramones 1985 Glasgow Scotland Poster. Eye-catching black-and-neon pink promotional poster for a Ramones concert held at Glasgow’s Barrowlands Ballroom on June 28, [1985], 40.75 x 30.5, listing The Styng Rites as the supporting act, and declaring it as the “Only Scottish Date.” In fine condition, with expected storage folds. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Estimate $400+
Unpublished collection of Ramones photos, with signatures from Joey and Dee Dee
7503. Ramones Original Photographs and Joey and Dee Dee Signatures. Terrific set of items related to punk legends the Ramones, including: two ballpoint signatures and inscriptions, “To Adam, Joey Ramone” and “To Adam, Dee Dee Ramone,” on the reverse of individual off-white 3 x 2 Radioactive Fallout cards; and a wonderful set of sixteen unpublished color satin-finish 4.75 x 6.75 and 6.75 x 4.75 photos of the Ramones during an autographic signing at a Record Exchange for the release of their 1989 studio album Brain Drain, showing several group and individual shots of Joey, Johnny, Marky, and Dee Dee Ramone. The signatures are in overall very good condition, with toning and pin holes; the photos are in overall fine condition. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7504. Ramones 1990 Signed Poster. Uncommon color 23 x 29 tour poster showing a George Dubose photo of the band posing in their trademark leather jackets, a red band logo above, and the band’s presidential emblem below, signed in black felt tip by Johnny, CJ, Marky, and Joey Ramone, who adds “1990.” Rolled and in fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. Consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at New York City’s The Ritz on December 29, 1990. Only a limited number of these posters were signed by the band during their 1990 US tour. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7506. Ramones Collection of Items. Collection of eight items related to punk legends the Ramones, including: a color 11 x 16 poster promoting a Ramones concert at Southampton College on March 12, 1983, showing the caricatures from the Road to Ruin album; a softcover copy of The Ramones: An Illustrated Biography; a 16.25˝ Marky Ramone Vic Firth drumstick; a Ramones presidential logo pin and a Rocket to Russia pin; an original, stage-used set-list from circa 1986 (the usual photocopy quality utilized during that time period); and three laminated stage passes from the Halfway to Sanity Tour, Escape from New York Tour, and The Longest Day Rock Festival with U2. In overall very good to fine condition. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Estimate $300+
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punk rock 7508. The Clash ‘Black Market’ Poster. Huge orig-
inal 29.5 x 48 color poster for Black Market Clash, an EP released by The Clash in 1980. Rolled and in fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Chris Lamy, close friend of The Ramones and former guitarist of The Jabbers. The Chris Lamy Collection. Estimate $400+
7509. The Clash Signed 45 RPM Sleeve. Bankrobber 45 rpm album sleeve signed on the front in blue felt tip by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and Topper Headon. In fine condition, with tape and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
Eclectic grouping of 23 sought-after 7-inch punk records
7510. Collection of Punk Rock 45 RPMs. Collection of 23 hard-to-find 7–inch records from notable punk rock bands, many of which
are promo albums, including: The Clash’s ‘Groovy Times/ Gates of the West’; Bad Brains’ ‘Stay Close to Me / Pay to Cum’; Black Flag’s ‘Six Pack / I’ve Heard It Before / American Waste’; Public Image Ltd.’s ‘Flowers of Romance / Home Is Where the Heart Is’; Minor Threat’s ‘Salad Days / Stumped / Good Guys’; Dead Kennedys’ ‘Kill the Poor / In–Sight’; Dead Kennedys’ ‘Too Drunk Too Fuck / The Prey’; Joan Jett and the Blackhearts’ ‘Crimson and Clover / Oh Woe Is Me’; and The Jam’s ‘Funeral Pyre / Disguises. Other artists include: The Jam, The Stranglers (2), The Damned (3), Kraut (2), Pete Shelley, Ed Gein’s Car, Attak, Shrapnel (2), and a new wave compilation featuring Dead Boys, Talking Heads, The Saints, and Richard Hell & The Voivods. In overall very good to fine condition. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Estimate $300+
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7511. Sex Pistols Oversized Signed Photograph.
Glossy 14 x 11 photo of the band during an intense performance, signed in blue felt tip by Steve Jones, Johnny Lydon, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7512. Sex Pistols Set of Four RPMs. Set of four Sex Pistol 45 rpm records, including: a 1978 Virgin Records single for ‘No One Is
Innocent / My Way,’ released for the film The Great Rock ‘N’ Roll Swindle; a 1980 Virgin Records single for ‘(I’m Not Your) Stepping Stone / Anarchy in the UK’; a 1977 Glitterbest Ltd. single for ‘Anarchy in the UK / I Wanna Be Me’; and a 1977 Virgin Records single for ‘God Save the Queen / Did You No Wrong.’ All include their original paper sleeves. In overall fine condition. From the Punk Rock Collection of Adam Greiss. Estimate $200+
7513. The Stooges Signed Guitar. Appealing right-handed
natural-finish Stedman Pro electric guitar, signed on the body in blue felt tip by Iggy Pop, and on the white pickguard in blue felt tip by Scott and Ron Ashton, the latter adding “Stooges.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. Oversized. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+ www.rrauction.com 159
music of the 1980s 7518. Eric Clapton and Tina Turner Signed Picture Disc. Tearing
7515. The Bangles Signed Album. Differ-
ent Light album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Susanna Hoffs, Debbi Peterson, Vicki Peterson, and Michael Steele. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7516. Bon Jovi Signed Album. Slippery When Wet
album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Alec John Such, Tico Torres, and David Bryan. In fine condition, with light contrast to some signatures against the dark background. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
Us Apart picture disc, signed in blue felt tip by Eric Clapton and Tina Turner. In fine condition. Performed as a duet with Tina Turner, Clapton wrote the song about a group of friends that he felt were responsible for driving him and Pattie Boyd apart in their relationship. An unusual combination and desirable format. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
7519. Culture Club Signed Album. Co-
lour by Numbers picture disc signed in person in blue felt tip by Boy George, Mikey Craig, Roy Hay, and Jon Moss. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7520. Culture Club Signed Album. Wak-
7517. Boy George Signed Oversized Book. Signed book: King of Queens. Limited edition, numbered 617/999. Amherst, MA: Kitchen Sink Publishing, 2011. Hardcover with clamshell case, 12.25 x 18.75, 256 pages. Signed on a special centerfold page in green felt tip. In fine condition. This luxurious volume is extremely impressive and filled with exceptional photography; a picture disc record featuring unreleased material is also included with its sleeve built into the back cover. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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ing Up with the House on Fire album signed in person on the front cover in blue felt tip by Boy George, Mikey Craig, Roy Hay, and Jon Moss. In fine condition. The record is not included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
‘Something Happened on the Way to Heaven’ lyrics used on Collins’s album 7521. Phil Collins Handwritten Lyrics. Handwritten lyrics
to Collins’s hit song ‘Something Happened on the Way to Heaven’ on two off-white 9 x 11.5 sheets, signed in black ink on a separate off-white 9.25 x 4 slip, “Phil Collins…But Seriously.” Collins pens six verses from the song, in part: “We had a life, we had a love / but you don’t know what you’ve got til you lose it / well that was then and this is now / and I want you back / how many times can I say I’m sorry / I only wanted you as someone to love / but something happened on the way to heaven / it got a hold of me, and wouldn’t let go / and I want you back / how many times can I say I’m sorry / You can run, and you can hide / but I’m not leaving less you come with me / we’ve had our problems but I’m on your side / you’re all I need, please believe in me.” Both pages are respectively numbered in the lower right corner, “34” and “35,” and in the upper right corner, “1” and “2.” In fine condition, with paper loss to top edge, affecting none of the writing. Given that these exact handwritten lyrics were written out by Collins specifically for inclusion on the inner sleeve of his album …But Seriously, this is a wonderfully appealing example of his smash-hit song. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,500+
7522. Def Leppard Signed Album. Pyromania album signed
on the front in blue felt tip by Joe Elliott, Steve Clark, Rick Savage, Rick Allen, and Phil Collen. In very good to fine condition, with some creasing. The record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7523. Duran Duran Signed Print. Limited
edition glossy 23.25 x 16.5 print of the band in 2002, numbered 444/500, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Andy Taylor, Nick Rhodes, and Roger Taylor. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7524. Guns N’ Roses Tour Jacket. Black leather Guns N’ Roses tour jacket, size 52, manufactured by Schmooze Tour Wear, featuring the band’s large and colorful emblem on the back. In fine condition. Estimate $500+
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7525. Eurythmics Signed Album. Re-
venge album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Annie Lennox and David A. Stewart. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7526. Whitney Houston Signed Photograph. Glossy
10 x 8 Warner Bros. promotional photo of Houston in The Bodyguard, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with brushing to signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Megadeth’s stage-used wireless dual receiver and transmitters
7528. Megadeth Wireless Unit and Transmitters. Electro–Voice CDR-1000 Dual RE-1 wireless receiver used on-stage
by thrash metal heroes Megadeth, measuring 16 x 1.75 x 10.75. The rear panel features USB programming ports, 1/4˝unbalanced adjustable line level outputs, and XLR balanced mic level outputs, with patent No. 6,256,484, and part No. CDR1316A. Also includes two Electro-Voice CSB-1000 UHF beltpack transmitters labeled “B,” with serial numbers 2122 and 2232, and a detachable 1/4˝ antenna. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Backstage Auctions. An essential piece of equipment that allows bands to roam freely around stage. Estimate $500+
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7529. Metallica Signed Album. Uncommon Creeping
7533. Motley Crue Signed A l bu m . Too
Death single album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Cliff Burton, Kirk Hammett, Lars Ulrich, and James Hetfield. In fine condition. The record is included. A sought-after record with the desirable addition of the influential Burton. Estimate $200+
7530. Metallica Signed Album. Noth-
ing Else Matters single album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Kirk Hammett, James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, and Jason Newsted. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
7531. Morrissey Signed Photograph.
Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Morrissey performing, signed in silver ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Fast For Love album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Tommy Lee, and in silver ink by Mick Mars, Vince Neil, and Nikki Sixx, who adds “FTW.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7534. Motley Crue Signed Album. Shout at
the Devil promo album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Vince Neil, Tommy Lee, Nicki Sixx, and Mick Mars. In fine condition, with some wear to edges. In addition to the record, also included is an unsigned band photo, a Shout at the Devil 1984 tour crew pass, and a ticket stub for a Motley Crue show at New York’s Buffalo Memorial Auditorium on January 28, 1984. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7532. Motley Crue Signed Album. The-
atre of Pain album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Mick Mars, and in blue felt tip by Tommy Lee, Nikki Sixx, and Vince Neil. In fine condition, with some surface scuffing. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7535. Motley Crue Signed Album. Girls,
Girls, Girls album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Vince Neil, Mick Mars, Nikki Sixx, and Tommy Lee. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
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7536. Poison Signed Album.
Look What the Cat Dragged In album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Bret Michaels, C. C. DeVille, Rikki Rockett, and Bobby Dall. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $200+
Prince’s acclaimed third full-length album
7537. The Pretenders Signed Album. Learning to Crawl album
signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Chrissie Hynde, Martin Chambers, Robbie McIntosh, and Malcolm Foster. In fine condition. The record is included. Precertified REAL. Estimate $200+
7538. The Pretenders Signed Album. Self-titled debut album
signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Chrissie Hynde, in black ballpoint by Pete Farndon and James Honeyman-Scott, and in red ballpoint by Martin Chambers. In very good to fine condition, with usual record wear. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Two of the four signers—Pete Farndon and James Honeyman-Scott—are now deceased. Estimate $200+
7539. Prince Signed Album. Anotherloverholenyohead single album signed on the front in Prince’s own hand in blue felt tip, “Love God.” In fine condition. The record is included. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
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7540. Prince Signed Album. Dirty Mind album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip, “‘Love God’—P 88.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Routinely considered one of Prince’s best recordings, this is an ideal signed Dirty Minds album from the reclusive, unconventional artist. Estimate $1,500+
7541. R.E.M. Signed 45 RPM Sleeve. 45 rpm
record of ‘Pop Song 89,’ signed on the Warner Bros. Records paper sleeve in black ballpoint, “Peter Buck” and “[Michael] Stipe,” and in black felt tip, “Mike Mills” and “Bill Berry.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA.Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7544. The Traveling Wilburys Tour Portfolio. Wonder-
debut album of The Rossington Collins Band
ful limited edition of The Traveling Wilburys portfolio, numbered 117/250, 12.75 x 18.75, consisting of seven photographic prints documenting several notable sessions during the super group’s short but successful career. The prints include photographs by Alberto Tolot during the making of the ‘Handle with Care’ video in October 1988, Neal Preston’s now iconic photos used for the band’s first album, Caroline Greystock’s capture of early Vol. 3 rehearsals in May 1988, as well as Polaroids taken by the Wilburys themselves. In fine condition. Estimate $300+
7543. Rossington Collins Band Signed Album. Any-
time Anyplace Anywhere album signed on the inside gatefold next to their respective images in blue ballpoint, “Dale Krantz,” “Gary Rossington,” “Allen Collins,” “God Bless Music, Barry Lee Harwood,” “Billy Powell,” “Derek Hess, RCB, 8/80,” and “God love ya, Leon Wilkeson.” Signed again on the front cover in black ballpoint by Krantz, “God Bless You, Dale Krantz.” In fine condition. The record is included. In the wake of the tragic plane crash that killed six people including Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and Cassie Gaines, surviving Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarists Allen Collins and Gary Rossington founded The Rossington Collins Band in 1979. An ideal, fully signed example of their debut album featuring their most famous hit song, ‘Don’t Misunderstand Me.’ Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $400+
7546. U2 Signed CD Insert. The Joshua
Tree CD booklet signed in black ballpoint by Bono and Edge, and in blue ballpoint by Larry Mullen, Jr., and Adam Clayton, each signing first name only. Framed with the album cover to an overall size of 19.75 x 25. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $800+
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7547.
U2 Signed Album.
Boy album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono,” “Edge,” and “Larry,” and in green felt tip, “Adam.” In fine condition, with notable rubbing to the Clayton signature. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Estimate $1,000+
7548. U2 Signed CD. The Joshua
Tree CD signed on the front of the sleeve in black felt tip by Bono and Edge, and in black felt tip by Larry and Adam, the latter two adding their surnames. In fine condition, with moderate contrast to the signatures against the dark background. The CD is included. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
Tremendous Texas Flood album from 1983 7549. Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble Signed Album.
Desirable Texas Flood album signed and inscribed on the front in black felt tip, “Stevie, All the Best! Stevie Ray Vaughan,” “Thanks, Tommy Shannon,” and “Chris Layton.” In fine condition, with a crease across lower center. The record is included. A complete, crisp cast of circa 1983 signatures on the legendary blues rock band’s quintessential album. An early, ideal example. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $600+
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7550. Stevie Ray Vaughan Pair of Oversized Photographs. Wonderful pair of
semi-glossy 14.5 x 21.25 photographs of Stevie Ray Vaughan soulfully wailing on his battered Fender Stratocaster during a 1985 performance. In overall fine condition. Estimate $200+
music of the 1990s & Beyond The grunge rock king signs the day after Nirvana recorded 1993’s MTV Unplugged 7552. Kurt Cobain Signed Magazine Cover. Details magazine cover from November of 1993, showing Nirvana’s drummer and bassist, Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic, posing beside a quizzical Kurt Cobain, 8.25 x 10.75, signed above Cobain’s head in blue felt tip, “Kurt.” In fine condition. Following the breakthrough success of their second full-length album Nevermind, Nirvana released the highly anticipated In Utero in late September of 1993; the record quickly made its way to the top of the Billboard charts and has since sold 15 million albums worldwide. Cobain signed this magazine on November 19, 2003, the day after the trio famously recorded their MTV Unplugged album, opting to play a host of covers and band favorites as opposed to their more recognizable hits. Cobain’s autograph was obtained at JFK Airport, as the band headed back to Seattle, interestingly the rest of the band was present but refused to sign. Enhanced by the vibrancy of the magazine layout, this is a rare and highly desirable keepsake from grunge rock’s most identifiable artist. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann and accompanied by a letter of provenance by him. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $1,000+
Stunning rare photo of the ‘Queen of Urban Pop’ 7553. Aaliyah Signed Photograph. Brooklyn-born singer (1979–2001)
whose multiple talents earned widespread acclaim and platinum sales; she tragically passed away in a plane crash after a music video shoot in the Bahamas. Exceptional color glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of the adored R&B performer, signed in blue felt tip, “Peace! Aaliyah.” In fine condition, with moderate contrast to portions of the signature against her dark hair. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A gorgeous depiction of the late singer, whose tragically early passing has made signed photos considerably rare and desirable. Estimate $800+
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2Pac’s personal 1996 Hummer H1, purchased a month before his death 7554. Tupac Shakur’s 1996 American Motors Hummer H1.
Tupac Shakur’s personally-owned and –driven black 1996 American Motors Hummer H1. The fully loaded vehicle was customized by the late rapper and comes equipped with a 6.5 liter, turbo diesel V-8 engine with automatic transmission, with the odometer reading 10,101 miles. The hardtop body features 38˝ Dick Cepek off-road lights, a 360-degree spotlight, a grille guard, diamond-plate bumpers, GC Package oversized off-road wheels and tires, and an external PA system with three sirens; area over rear driver side fender bears white lettering, “Eliminator.” The interior is trimmed in burl wood with beige leather upholstery, and provides a 12-disc Clarion sound system, Sony GPS, a central tire inflation system, air conditioning, rear sliding glass window, privacy glass, full power options, and a 12,000-pound winch. The vehicle identification number reads: 137ZA8332TE170007. Included with the vehicle: a license plate, “YAKNPAK,” honoring Shakur and late rapper Yaki ‘Prince’ Kadafi; and promotional cassettes for Michael Jackson’s Thriller and 2Pac’s All Eyez on Me. In fine condition. Accompanied by two copies of the vehicle’s registration information, listing Shakur as the original owner of the vehicle. Research on the vehicle reveals that Shakur purchased the vehicle on August 16, 1996, a little less than a month before his untimely death, a revelation which comfortably attributes this Hummer H1 as the very last vehicle the rapper would purchase in his lifetime. Held in storage following Shakur’s tragic death on September 13, 1996, the Hummer was won in a 2003 raffle organized by BET in the ‘Picture Me Rollin’’ sweepstakes, and then later purchased back in 2007 by Havenotz Entertainment owners Sardar ‘Candyman 187’ Khan and Yaasmyn Fula, the latter being the mother of the aforementioned Kadafi, a ‘godbrother’ of Shakur who lost his own life just two months after that of his friend and fellow Outlawz rapper; the pair drove the Hummer often, cruising Los Angeles on late summer nights after time spent in the studio. Already a classic and coveted example of civilian off-road ingenuity, this modified vehicle is further elevated by its incredible musical affiliation and proximity to Shakur’s final days. An incredible piece of hip-hop history that evokes the invincible spirit of one of the rap game’s true lyrical giants. Bidding note: the vehicle is currently stored in Vancouver, Canada, and the buyer is responsible all shipping costs. RR Auction will help facilitate the relocation of this vehicle. Please email Bobby@ RRAuction.com for a shipping quote. Estimate $100,000+
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Pac references the East Coast–West Coast rivalry: “enemies of mine doing character assassination attempts in Vibe mag”
7555. Tupac Shakur Autograph Letter Signed. Lengthy ALS signed “Me against the world, 2 Pac,” three pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 10.5, July 4, 1995. Written from New York’s Clayton Correctional facility, a letter to China Thomas, in full (spelling and grammar retained): “I still have 2 run my empire from here and it aint easy. I just sold 2 million copiez and I’m plotting on 3 million. I’m also finishing a book deal with either Nikki Giovani or Maya Angelou gotta get paid. Game is to be sold not told so instead of all these free interviews I’m going 2 spit this shit 4 a 6 figure deal u know! Besides that it’s just mad drama I’m trying 2 buy a mansion and a 850 before the IRS snatch my loot from me so it aint easy believe me...I’ve been bombarded with letters from folks in the business (Adina Howard, M. C. Lyte, Tony Danza, etc) so I’ve been networking with them for future business matters I’ve been heated lately over some punk ass enemies of mine doing some character assassination attempts in Vibe mag. So my mind been on justice and retaliation more than women & friendships but I got my focus back and we should be back on track now. Niggaz don’t understand my exodus from the thug life so they speak like bitchez with they headz cut off, and that burns me 2 the fullest. What niggaz don’t C is thug life didn’t give birth 2 me I gave birth 2 thug life. We are all born niggaz either strong niggaz bitch niggaz or fake niggaz we all chose our development goals some niggaz never graduate from level one and they stay stuck niggaz but only the leaders and the most sharp advance past the thug life stage to become Boss Playaz I would not be achieving my fullest potential if I didn’t advance 2 this Boss Playa lifestyle that beckons me 2 master it. All the rest of them bustaz are satisfied with being kings of the block me I want the world it belongs 2 me and I intend to claim it...Keep ya head up game rulez my only fear of death is coming back reincarnated!” Shakur adds a brief postscript, “Keep that game coming It keeps me tight.” Includes the original mailing envelope, addressed in Shakur’s own hand. In very good condition, with the envelope in good condition. The original recipient of this letter wrote Tupac to thank him for his song, ‘Keep Your Head Up,’ which helped her through a rough time in her life. Following his sexual assault conviction, Shakur was incarcerated in Dannemora for nine months before being released on October 12, 1995. Despite his detainment, he continued to stay busy—he married his longtime girlfriend Keisha Morris on April 4th, and his album Me Against the World became a bestseller, making him the first artist to have a number one album on the Billboard 200 while in prison. Shakur’s reference to “enemies” and “character assassination attempts” in Vibe magazine are related to the ongoing East Coast–West Coast rivalry between Shakur and The Notorious B. I. G., and labels Death Row and Bad Boy Records. In fact, Biggie and Puffy were featured on the cover of the September 1995 issue of Vibe entitled, ‘East Vs. West.’ After Shakur was shot and robbed at the Quad Recording Studio in late November 1994, his accusations towards Sean Combs and Biggie were fiercely rebutted, with the blamed rappers often denouncing Shakur through the press. Handwritten material from Tupac is very scarce and highly sought-after, with this starkly revealing example being just the second we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $8,000+ 170 music of the 1990s and beyond
7557. Janet Jackson Tour Jacket. Black tour jacket for the 1990 Rhythm Nation world tour, size large, constructed of wool and leather with a satin acetate lining, manufactured by LP Designs, with fine embroidery on the front and back and patches on both sleeves. In fine condition. Estimate $200+
Massive signed Lady Gaga Harper’s Bazaar cover shot 7558. Lady Gaga Oversized Signed Magazine Print. Rare and extraordi-
nary enormous color glossy 34.75 x 42 photo of the March 2014 cover of Harper’s Bazaar, signed across the middle in purple felt tip, “… Artpop! Lady Gaga 2014…,” and in the lower left in black felt tip by the photographer, “Terry Richardson.” Mounted on foamboard. In fine condition. Oversized. Only a handful of these oversized prints were created and sold to benefit Lady Gaga’s charity along with the clothes she wore in the photo shoot. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $600+
7559. Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett Signed Tour Poster.
Color 20 x 20 poster for Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga’s ‘Cheek to Cheek’ tour in 2014-15, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by both. Rolled and in fine condition. Consignor notes this was a limited edition of 100 prints. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $300+
7560. Oasis: Liam Gallagher Owned and Signed Shoes. A pair of Liam Gallagher’s personally-owned beige suede shoes by Pretty Green (Gallagher’s own designer label), each signed on the side in black felt tip, “Liam Gallagher.” In fine condition. Shoes were originally acquired from a charity auction in Great Britain, and come in their original reusable fabric gift wrap. A very unusual format from the Oasis vocalist, a notoriously difficult signer. In fine condition. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $300+
7561. Pharrell: Vivienne Westwood Signed Replica Grammy Hat. Official duplicate of the Vivienne Westwood hat
worn by Pharrell at the 2014 Grammy Awards, signed on the crown in black felt tip, “Vivienne Westwood,” adding the name of her ‘Climate Revolution’ web site. In fine condition. The hat was donated by Westwood to a ‘celebrity hat auction’ held to benefit St. Mungo’s Broadway and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the organization. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Estimate $300+
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uncommon union of Hall of Fame songwriters
7562. Songwriters Hall of Fame Signed Guitar. Sensational right-handed sunburst-finish semi-hollowbody Epiphone Dot electric guitar, serial No. I00051817, signed on the body in black felt tip by Liza Minnelli, Trisha Yearwood, Carole King, Randy Newman, Paul Williams, Sting, Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson, and Rufus Wainwright. In fine condition, with trivial scuffing and a couple chips to the body. Oversized. A unique array of musical talent, featuring several artists who either attended or were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 13, 2002. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $2,000+
Scarce signed ‘Rehab’ single 7563. Amy Winehouse Signed CD Cover. Cover for the Rehab CD single, signed on the front of the booklet in black felt tip, “Amy.” Nicely matted with the disc. In fine condition. A scarce and exceptionally desirable example of the lead single on her breakthrough album. Pre-certified REAL. Estimate $800+
172 music of the 1990s and beyond
Conditions of Sale ANYONE EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID (“BIDDER”) ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH R&R AUCTION COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC (“RR AUCTION,” TOGETHER WITH BIDDER, THE “PARTIES”). The following terms and conditions (“Conditions of Sale”) constitute the sole terms and conditions under which RR Auction will offer for sale and sell the property described in the catalog of items for auction (the “Catalog”). These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Parties with respect to the auction in which Bidder participates (the “Auction”). By bidding at the Auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, online, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby. This acknowledgement is a material term of these Conditions of Sale and of the consideration under which RR Auction agrees to these terms. RR Auction and Auction: This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the Catalog or on the www. RRauction.com Internet site (“RRauction.com”). The Auction is conducted under these Conditions of Sale. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed Catalog. Bidder: Bidder shall mean the original Bidder on the property offered for sale by RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal. The rights granted to Bidder under these Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise without the express written assent of RR Auction. Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey these Conditions of Sale or any of the rights herein, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Conditions of Sale, and no third party is intended as a beneficiary of these Conditions of Sale. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment of the Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder. All Bidders must meet RR Auction’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction. RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the Auction. If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid. By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment.
Credit: In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with RR Auction must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply additional information if requested, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Credit will be granted at the discretion of RR Auction. Additionally Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide their social security number, or the last four digits thereof, so a credit check may be performed prior to RR Auction’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the Auction venue. Buyer’s Premium: The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 22.5% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed Auctions (the “Buyer’s Timed Premium”), and a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on live Auctions (the “Buyer’s Live Premium,” together with the Buyer’s Timed Premium, the “Buyer’s Premium”). For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been received by RR Auction, i.e., check or wired funds have fully cleared. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later. All purchases delivered to Massachusetts are subject to applicable Massachusetts sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Bidding: Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s), rather than the strict reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF VALUATION CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES. RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile, online, and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and RR Auction has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake. All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder. Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder. RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder. It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Bidder’s possession. Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction
a purchase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by a principal, director or officer that they he or she personally and unconditionally guarantees any payment due RR Auction. RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased pursuant to these Conditions of Sale and the exclusive remedies provided herein, RR Auction agrees to reimburse any Bidder in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid by Bidder at auction plus any Buyer’s Premium actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, which once tendered by RR Auction, relieves and releases RR Auction from any responsibility whatsoever to the Bidder, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned. Bidding Options: Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered Bidder’s high bid. When identical mail or facsimile bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins. In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of RR Auction. RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless RR Auction directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). For live auctions, RR Auction will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between Bidders. RR Auction will determine the successful Bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises, RR Auction’s sale record is conclusive. Payment: Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibil-
ity (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as RR Auction may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than thirty (30) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder. Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot. All sales are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders), and are subject to all reporting requirements. All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks. In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment. If RR Auction refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction. If RR Auction assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys. RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the “Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession. All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. RR Auction is unable to
combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs. Title: Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper. Rights Reserved: RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone. Conducting the Auction: RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages. RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale. Reserves: Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own. Off-Site Bidding: Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form. RR Auction’s Remedies: Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such
event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’s possession owned by such Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Warranties: RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices. Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot
prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly. All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “Certification of Authenticity”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The Certification of Authenticity inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the Certification of Authenticity, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. The Certification of Authenticity is valid from date of the Auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot (the “Auction Date”) until five (5) years after the Auction Date, without exception. FIREARMS. RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm. Limitation of Damages: In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Bidder, or Bidder is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Bidder. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost. Unauthorized Statements: Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Bidder’s Remedies: Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder in conformity with the Warranties and Limitation of Damages provisions of these Conditions of Sale, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, in the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction shall make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other
amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and assign to Bidder all of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. If Bidder wishes to challenge the AC within the period of the Certification of Authenticity, Bidder must present written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If RR Auction agrees that the lot is not as represented, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of their purchase price, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable. If RR Auction does not agree with the claim by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Any such challenge concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Bidder’s notice to RR Auction of Bidder’s contention that the lot was not authentic, or six (6) years from the Auction Date, whichever is sooner. If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and the AC, then the description in the AC shall control. This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE. RR Auction’s Additional Services: For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Headings: Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Entire Agreement: These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties. If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court
of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Governing Law and Enforcement The Parties agree that any agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, and any other related agreement(s) are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the “Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”). The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. The Parties agree that Bidder shall have no right to recover consequential or indirect damages, or lost profits damages. The Parties consent to the enforcement of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in either the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Except as provided in Bidder’s Remedies with regard to the Certification of Authenticity, any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other agreement(s) between the Parties must be brought within one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances giving rise to the alleged claim, without exceptions. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute release of any claims after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the Parties’ agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. Notwithstanding the foregoing, RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration related to or arising out of any Auction of an item sold for less than $10,000. This right shall relate to the individual item price, such that RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration for items that in the aggregate exceed $10,000. The prevailing Party in such a proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the proceeding, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. This right of enforcement is unique to RR Auction, and these Conditions of Sale are a waiver by the Bidder of any right to enforcement or adjudication outside of an Arbitration.
CONDUCT OF AUCTION Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 7324280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading). Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction. Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. Maximum Bids – All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid. Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice. Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. Bidding—Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.
Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/ EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/ EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion. Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www.icollector.com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a nonsale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s
Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available. Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.
Glossary of Condition terms For decades, RR Auction has led the industry in providing an accurate and detailed condition statement for each item that we sell. Starting in 2016 we’ve decided to take a fresh approach to describing each item’s condition. As our website and catalog images continually improve, and bidders can see obvious details from those excellent images, we’ve decided to simplify things, using the same terminology to describe an item’s overall condition (on an ascending scale of 1 to 4: good, very good, fine, very fine), but only adding specific details, if any, that would not be obvious from the illustration. VERY FINE describes an item in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance. FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors. VERY GOOD describes an item that exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example). GOOD describes an item with obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise exceedingly rare or important. Of course we’re more than happy to provide more in-depth information about any item via phone or email. We hope this new system will make for easier reading and a more pleasant bidding experience.
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