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Beatles
Magnificent circa 1965 Beatles portrait, signed as a gift to the ‘Beatles Christmas Show’ producer 9000.Beatles Signed Photograph (c. 1965) - A Rare Gift to the ‘Beatles Christmas Show’ Producer. Vintage
circa 1965 glossy 8.5 x 6.5 promo photo of the Beatles taken by Bob Whitaker, nicely signed in black felt tip by the entire group: “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” and inscribed in the lower left in another hand, “With best wishes & thanks to Joe Collins from,” with “The Beatles” printed in the lower border. In fine condition, with trimmed edges, pin holes at the corners, and a hint of light scuffing. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, noting: “The signatures date from late 1964/early 1965, and these are all excellent representative examples from that relatively scarce time period for Beatles autographs.” Also includes a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, detailing the history of the piece: “This photograph was not used for
publicity purposes. However, on rare occasions, The Beatles would sign copies on a personal basis. In this particular instance, the recipient was Joe Collins, the theatrical impresario responsible for producing ‘The Beatles Christmas Show’ in 1963 and ‘Another Beatles Christmas Show’ in 1964. This photograph was signed as a ‘thank you’ to Collins shortly after their final performance of ‘Another Beatles Christmas Show’ on 16th January 1965. The group shot was captured by renowned British photographer Bob Whitaker in his London studio on 7th October 1964. Whitaker photographed The Beatles extensively between 1964 and 1966, and most famously produced the ‘Butcher Cover’ image which featured on the band’s 1966 U.S.-only album ‘Yesterday and Today.’ Signed photographs by The Beatles are exceedingly scarce, particularly from 1965. This original Bob Whitaker photograph, linked directly to the producer of The Beatles legendary Christmas Shows in London, is particularly unique.” Starting Bid $1000
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Impossibly rare program signed by the Beatles on the day of their historic first show at Shea Stadium!
9001. Impossibly rare Beatles program signed on the day of their historic first show at Shea Stadium! Outstanding vintage program for the Beatles’ 1965 American Tour, with the front cover entitled “Beatles (U.S.A.) Ltd.,” and signed neatly above their respective images in black ballpoint by George Harrison, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and Paul McCartney. Published by Souvenir Publishing & Distributing Co., the program measures 12 x 12 and contains 28 pages of images devoted to each member of the Fab Four. In very good to fine condition, with general light handling wear, and some creasing to the covers.
Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, which states: “These signatures are excellent and complete examples, and it would be almost
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impossible for them to have signed any nicer on that day which was no ordinary day for them. This program was signed on August 15, 1965, which is the date of their historic first performance at Shea Stadium in Queens, New York, before what was then the largest paying concert audience to that date, with 55,000 people in attendance. This was one of the most important days in the history of The Beatles, and this tour program, autographed on that day, is extremely scarce and highly desirable.” Uninscribed, fully signed 1965 American tour programs are exceedingly rare, with this being only the second we have offered. Signed on the day of their recordbreaking historic first concert at Shea Stadium, this program radiates with a palpable element of excitement, an echo of joy and anticipation that’s stayed with this program for over 58 years. Starting Bid $2500
Fully signed early 1963 Parlophone promo card, the first to feature Ringo with the band
9002. Beatles Signed 1963 Parlophone Promo Card – the first to show new drummer Ringo Starr. Desirable early Parlophone Records promo card of the Beatles during a recording session in the Abbey Road Studios, 5.75 x 3.5, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon,” “Ringo Starr,” “Paul McCartney,” and “George Harrison,” who adds an inscription below, “To Jackie love from The Beatles.” The consignor notes that the signatures date to February/March 1963. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling and creasing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Parlophone Records produced a small number of promotional photo cards in two formats—a horizontal version and a vertical one, with pictures shot by famed Beatles photographer
Dezo Hoffmann while the Beatles were in the studio recording their first single, ‘Love Me Do.’ Almost all of these cards were signed on the reverse due to the lack of signing space on the front. Taken on September 4, 1962, the image shows the group in their final incarnation at the very beginning of their storied career, and the first promo card with new drummer Ringo. Interestingly, George Harrison has a black eye in the photograph, the result of an argument with a Beatles fan several days before the recording session. The recent firing of drummer Pete Best had rankled a large contingent of Beatles fans, one of whom showed his displeasure by punching Harrison in the face before a concert at the Cavern Club on August 19, 1962. Starting Bid $1000
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Beatles autographs from the estate of “Mal Evans”
9003. Beatles and Mal Evans Signatures – From the estate of Mal Evans. Felt tip signatures of the Beatles,
“George Harrison,” “John Lennon,” “Ringo Starr,” and “Paul McCartney,” on an off-white 8 x 13 sheet, the lower portion of which is also signed by the band’s longtime road manager and personal assistant, Mal Evans, from whose collection these signatures derive. In fine condition, with slight overall creasing. Provenance: Julien’s Auctions, Music Icons, June 11-13, 2021; Sotheby’s, Rock N Roll and Film Memorabilia (The Estate or a Descendant of Mal Evans), August 27, 1991. Starting Bid $1000
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Scarce, early 1963 fully signed Parlophone promo card of the Beatles
9004. Beatles Signed 1963 Parlophone Promo Card. Scarce vintage circa 1963 Parlophone Records promo card of the Beatles posing together behind their instruments, 3.5 x 5.5, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. This image was originally taken by photographer Dezo Hoffman at Abbey Road Studios on September 4, 1962, when the Beatles were recording their first single, ‘Love Me Do.’ In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, and edge creasing which is more evident on the photo side. Starting Bid $1000
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Playful Lennon sketches from the collection of his early publisher
9005. John Lennon Original Sketch from Publisher’s Collection. Rare original unsigned ink sketch by Lennon on an
off-white 10 x 7 sheet, showing a long line of about twenty different characters, including a naked woman (presumably Cynthia Lennon), a kangaroo, several sheep, a small bespectacled man, a man riding an animal, an elephant, and several other little people and animals. In fine condition, with light show-through from two small old tape stains on the back. Previously sold by Christie’s, 1991. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. The sketch originates from the collection of Tom Maschler, Lennon’s publisher at Jonathan Cape, and the man responsible for getting Lennon in print after being shown a sample of his verses and simple line drawings. This sketch may have been intended to be included in either In His Own Write or A Spaniard in the Works, both filled with Lennon illustrations. A crisply penned example of Lennon’s light-hearted artistic talent, ranging from the detailed and lifelike to the humorous and abstract—a supremely desirable piece. Starting Bid $1000
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Incredibly rare original boxing-style promotional poster from John Lennon’s 1975 WFIL radio charity appearance, plus one-of-a-kind Polaroid photo 9007. John Lennon Original 1975 Boxing-Style Promo Poster for WFIL Radio Charity. Virtually impossible-to-
find original 17 x 23 poster for the WFIL “Helping Hand Marathon” held between May 16–18, 1975, which lists an ‘in person’ appearance by “Special Guest Star John Lennon.” Printed on thick cardstock, the poster features an image of Bob Gruen’s famous photo of Lennon seated atop a New York City rooftop on August 29, 1974, with additional poster text below reading: “Plus Many Other Recording Stars / Live—From WFIL/WPVI Parking Area / Meet WFIL and WPVI Personalities / Free Entertainment, Free Refreshments / Starting 6 P.M. Friday May 16 and continuing until midnight Sunday May 18, 1975 and…IT’S ALL FREE.” In fine condition, with minor loss to the upper left corner, and a light crease to the lower right corner. This large size boxing-style poster is one of only two known examples ever discovered and seen in public, since the famous event nearly 50 years ago. John Lennon gave his valuable time in 1975 for three straight days (May 16-18) to co-host the charity gala for multiple sclerosis, at radio station WFIL in Philadelphia. He participated with callers for telephone fundraising, did radio on-air segments, auctioned off his personally owned items, and signed hundreds of autographs. In fact, this is the only time Lennon ever signed in mass for so many fans. He even did a weatherman guest spot on local WPVI-TV. The poster is of sturdy cardboard construction and was designed with an unusual blue ink printing. Unlike the much smaller and thin papered handbills—an example of which is included—this poster displays entirely different colors. It was created in a very limited number (of about five examples), then stapled onto posts outside the station, which were located in the same area where John entertained the crowds daily. There was also a single poster placed on a bulletin board inside the station. Accompanied by an original one-of-a-kind Polaroid photo of John at WFIL, happily signing autographs for the excited fans.Starting Bid $500
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One of John Lennon’s last autographs, postmarked in NYC on December 1, 1980 9006. John Lennon Signature (One of His Last Autographs - Postmarked December 1, 1980). Significant felt tip sig-
nature, “Love, John Lennon, ‘80,” on a white 5 x 3 card, with his trademark self-portrait caricature sketch below the autograph. In fine condition, with very slight fading. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed to a gentleman in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, and postmarked from New York, New York on December 1, 1980. This is undoubtedly one of the last through-themail requests that Lennon fulfilled, and certainly one of the last autographs he ever signed. Just one week after the envelope was postmarked, on December 8, 1980, Lennon was shot and killed outside of the Dakota, his residence in New York City. Starting Bid $300
Dual-signed Sphere Books edition of John and Yoko’s ‘Grapefruit’ 9008. John Lennon and Yoko Ono Signed Book - Grapefruit. Signed
book: Grapefruit. First Sphere Books edition. London: Sphere Books, 1971. Softcover, 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 very good to fine condition, with light creasing to the covers, sunning to the spine, usual uniform toning to the interior pages, and an ownership notation on the inside front cover. 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. Starting Bid $500
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Unique nude sketch by John Lennon, found outside Apple’s headquarters in 1969
9009. John Lennon Original Sketch - Discovered at Apple’s Headquarters in 1969 - With Vintage Photographs. Rare and unique original sketch of two female figures drawn by John Lennon in red felt tip on a sheet of off-white
8 x 6.75 memo paper, discovered by teenage Beatles mega-fan Lizzie Bravo outside Apple’s headquarters at 3 Savile Row, London, in 1969. Lizzie is most famously known for singing back-up vocals with the Beatles, on a version of ‘Across the Universe.’ This sketch is accompanied by a letter of provenance from Bravo, in part: “When I was living in London in the late 60’s I used to spend a lot of time outside Paul’s house at Cavendish Avenue, EMI Studios at Abbey Road and later on the Apple Offices at Saville Row. On one of those occasions at Saville Row sometime in 1969, I looked through the paper garbage pail down the metal stairs…Right on top I found—among other things—this great item, where John drew these two women.” Additionally includes an extremely rare inscribed first edition copy of Bravo’s book in Portuguese, Do Rio a Abbey Road, featuring her writing and photography; this John Lennon sketch, along with another found by Bravo, are pictured in the book (p. 240). Additionally includes a rare original vintage glossy 9.5 x 7 silver gelatin photograph of John Lennon and Yoko Ono inside Apple’s offices in 1969, with caption and Camera Press copyright stamp on the reverse; a very rare color 3.25 x 3.5 candid snapshot of Lennon and Yoko inside Apple’s headquarters in December 1969; and a scarce original 1969 postcard of Apple’s building at 3 Savile Row, London, showing the front stairs where Lizzie found the drawing. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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9010. John Lennon Signed Album - Rock ‘N’ Roll. Rock ‘N’ Roll album signed vertically
in ballpoint, “John Lennon.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 21.75 x 21.75. In very good to fine condition, with a discount hole to the upper left corner, and heavy fading to the signature, which is discernible only at an angle. The record is not included. According to the consignor, Lennon signed the album in May 1975 at the WFIL radio studio in Philadelphia, where he was participating in a Helping Hands Marathon. Starting Bid $300
9011. John Lennon and Yoko Ono Original ‘Bag One’ World Premiere Invitation. Exceptionally rare invitation
sent by John Lennon and Yoko Ono to BBC DJ John Peel to attend an exclusive world premiere of the ‘Bag One’ exhibition, which took place at the London Arts Gallery on 22 New Bond Street in London, England, on January 14, 1970. The cardstock invitation, 8.25 x 6.75, reads: “John & Yoko Ono Lennon and The Directors of London Arts Gallery invite you to the private view of the world premier exhibition of Bag One, Fourteen original signed lithographs.” The invitation includes its original gatefold glossy cardstock holder with “Bag One” printed on the front. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9012. John Lennon Original 1961 Photograph – Aintree Institute in Liverpool, England. Extremely rare original vin-
tage semi-glossy 6.5 x 8.5 monochrome photo of John Lennon dressed in leather and performing live on stage with the Beatles at Aintree Institute in Liverpool, England, in the summer of 1961. In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, scuffing, and edge wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a signed certificate of authenticity from Ron Jones, the author of the best-selling guidebook, The Beatles’ Liverpool, who states that he obtained this photograph in a lot of two others from Sotheby’s in the 1980s. Starting Bid $200
9013. John Lennon Original ‘Contact Sheet’ Photograph by Astrid Kirchherr. Vintage 1960s glossy 2.25 x 5 photo of John Lennon clipped from a contact sheet containing images taken by photographer Astrid Kirchherr in the attic of her family home shortly after the death of Stuart Sutcliffe in 1962. Some of the photographs from this session are featured in Astrid and Klaus Voormann’s book ‘Hamburg Days.’ Reverse bears vintage Agfa watermarks. In very good to fine condition, with a short edge tear, and a crease to the lower left corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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McCartney directs a hopeful fan to the Beatles’ road managers: “They’ll be able to get you into the theatre to see us”
9014. Paul McCartney Autograph Letter Signed – helping a fan get backstage in 1963. ALS signed “Paul McCartney, xxx,” one page, 6.5 x 8, May 25, 1963. Handwritten letter to Carol Wills, a Beatles fan who sent McCartney a letter asking him if he could help her get into a Beatles concert, in full: “Thanks for your letter! If you see our road manager, or Neill our personal road manager, ask them and they’ll be able to get you into the theatre to see us. Hope the fan club goes well.” In good, fragile condition, with overall creasing, separations along the intersecting folds, and a tear passing through the closing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by the original mailing envelope, which is postmarked at Hull, Yorkshire, on May 25, 1963, a date that indicates that McCartney wrote the letter when the Beatles were performing in nearby Sheffield on the same day. Given the recipient’s Exeter, Devon address on the envelope, it seems likely that she was attempting to get backstage when the Beatles performed in Torquay, England on August 18, 1963. Starting Bid $500
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9015. Paul McCartney Signed Album – Flaming Pie. UK vinyl pressing of the 1997 album Flaming
Pie by Paul McCartney, who has signed the front cover in black felt tip. In very fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9016. Paul McCartney Signed Rare 1963 Beatles Program – obtained a month after the release of Please Please Me. Rare program for performances by The Beatles and John Leyton at Fairfield Halls, Croydon, on April 25, 1963,
eight pages, 7 x 9.5, signed on the inside front cover next to his image in blue ballpoint, “Love, Paul McCartney, xxx.” In fine condition, with general light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient. The Beatles performed twice at Croydon’s Fairfield Halls in 1963, the first show coming on April 25, 1963—just a month after the release of Please Please Me. Starting Bid $200
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9017. Paul McCartney Signed 1973 Wings UK Tour Program. Program for the Paul McCartney and Wings UK Tour
of 1973, in support of the album Red Rose Speedway, eight pages, 8.25 x 11.75, signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by McCartney. The consignor notes that the autograph was obtained at the City Hall in Newcastle, England on July 10, 1973. The show had originally been booked for May 23rd but was rescheduled to July 10th. In very good to fine condition, with light creasing and handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a copy of a letter of provenance from the original recipient. Starting Bid $200
9018. Paul McCartney Handwritten Lyrics to an Unknown Song. Handwritten lyrics by Paul McCartney, unsigned, no date, penned
in blue ballpoint on a 6.5 x 4.5 mailing envelope marked in another hand to “Lucy.” The lyrics, to an unknown song, read: “Chorus / Let me make a suggestion / Let me / I’m an eternal repeater / that’s why I keep coming back / I’m a sucker for punishment / a fool to himself.” In very good condition, with creasing, slight soiling, and a rough top edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9019. Paul McCartney Original 1961 Photograph – Aintree Institute in Liverpool, England. Extremely rare original vintage semi-glossy 6.5 x 8.5 monochrome photo of Paul McCartney dressed in leather and performing live on stage with the Beatles at Aintree Institute in Liverpool, England, in the summer of 1961. In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, scuffing, and edge wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9020. George Harrison Signed Christmas Card. Christmas card with a colorful front design by Olivia Harrison, measures
10.25 x 5 open, signed and inscribed inside in black ink, “To Tony & Ann & ‘tony’ with best wishes, love, George” and “+ Olivia.” Harrison adds an Ohm symbol and a cross above his name. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. The recipient, Tony Zemaitis, was a world-famous luthier and friend of many of the most famous guitarists in the world. He made guitars for artists such as George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, Paul McCartney, Mary Hopkin, Marc Bolan, Donovan, Bob Dylan, David Gilmour, Peter Frampton, Ronnie Wood, and Ronnie Lane. Starting Bid $200
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9021. George Harrison Signed Album – Somewhere In England. UK vinyl pressing of the 1981 George Harrison album Somewhere In England, signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, “To Elias, George Harrison.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing and surface impressions. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter from the previous owner: “I hereby certify that the George Harrison album ‘Somewhere In England’ has been in my possession since 1981. It was personally requested by me, through a friend who knew an individual close to George Harrison, possibly employed or in his household, and duly provided to me and personally dedicated.” Starting Bid $200
9022. George Harrison Original 1961 Photograph – Aintree Institute in Liverpool, England. Extremely rare original vintage semiglossy 6.5 x 8.5 monochrome photo of George Harrison dressed in leather and performing live on stage with the Beatles at Aintree Institute in Liverpool, England, in the summer of 1961; Paul McCartney can be seen singing in the background. In very good to fine condition, with creasing, light scuffing, and edge wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9023. Beatles ‘Help!’ Quad Movie Poster. Highly desirable original color 40.25 x 30 UK quad movie poster for the Beatles’ second feature film, Help!, which was released by United Artists on July 29, 1965. The poster, which features a gorgeous image of the Beatles in their iconic ‘signal’ poses, differs in a number of ways from the regular Help! version. This particular example includes details for the 1964 film Mozambique, starring Steve Cochran, Hildegarde Neff, and Paul Hubschmid. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, as issued. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9024. Beatles 1963 City Hall Sheffield Handbill. Original singlesided 5.5 x 11.5 concert handbill for the Beatles at City Hall, Sheffield, England, on May 25, 1963, billing them as “The Dynamic Beatles,” and listing their hit single, “Love Me Do.” Also features on the bill are Helen Shapiro, Danny Williams, Kenny Lynch, The Kestrels, The Honeys, and the Red Price Band. The handbill is imprinted with venue information at the top and a ticket order form at the bottom. In very good to fine condition, with light handling wear, a central vertical fold, and several horizontal folds. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9025. Beatles ‘Abbey Road’ Back Cover Mock-Up Photograph – From the Collection of Iain Macmillan.
Vintage 1960s color semi-glossy 12.5 x 12.75 mock-up photo for the back cover of the Beatles’ 1969 album Abbey Road, which was taken by the photographer Iain Macmillan. The photo is affixed to a 13.75 x 14.75 cardstock sheet, the reverse of which is stamped with Macmillan’s name. The front bears a taped protective sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. From the estate of Iain Macmillan. Starting Bid $200
9026. Beatles 1962 Hamburg Star-Club Rock n’ Twist Parade Drinks Menu (Germany). Exceptionally rare double-
sided 6 x 8.5 drinks menu from the Star-Club in Hamburg, Germany, produced for the “Rock n’ Twist-Parade 1962,” where the Beatles were booked to perform three separate stints. The Beatles made their debut at the Star Club on April 13, 1962, and they played nightly until May 31st, sharing the bill with Gene Vincent. The group was required to play four hours one night, and three on the next, with a one hour on/one hour off rotation. By May 31st they had been on stage for 172 hours over 48 nights. The second stint was from November 1–14, 1962, sharing the bill with Little Richard and their third was between December 18–31, 1962. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9027. Beatles: Paul McCartney and George Harrison ‘Cavern Club’ Photograph (1962).
Vintage glossy 3.5 x 3.5 snapshot photo of Paul McCartney and George Harrison performing with the Beatles at Liverpool’s Cavern Club in 1962. The consignor notes that the photograph was likely taken on April 5, 1962, during a special concert that was organized by The Beatles Fan Club. During the concert, which was dubbed ‘the Beatles for their fans,’ the group played the first part of the show in their black leather outfits and then changed into their new Beno Dorn suits and ties for the second part. In fine condition, with old adhesive residue on the back. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9028. Brian Epstein 1962 Typed Letter Signed on NEMS Enterprises Letterhead. TLS signed “Brian,” one page, 7
x 8.75, NEMS Enterprises Ltd. letterhead, November 15, 1962. Letter to Don Andrew of the Remo Four detailing an upcoming performance at Hulme Hall in Port Sunlight on January 26th. Includes a vintage compliments slip from Liverpool’s famed underground music venue, the Cavern Club. In fine condition. The consignor notes that the items come from the collection of Beatles associate Joe Flannery. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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A 1963 legal opinion sent to Brian Epstein on the Beatles: “It would seem self-defeating for members of the group to attempt to break away” 9029. Beatles and NEMS Enterprises ‘Opinion’ Document (1963) – From the Estate of Brian Epstein. From the estate
of Brian Epstein — a historically important document entitled “NEMS Enterprises LTD and ‘The Beatles,’ Opinion,” six pages, 8 x 10, September 26, 1963. An official contract opinion prepared for Epstein by his solicitor, David Harris, and then analyzed by barrister-at-law Henry Lachs. The packet concerns the contract between the Beatles and NEMS Enterprises Ltd., signed on October 1, 1962, with emphasis given to George Harrison and Paul McCartney, who, at the time, were deemed infants (aged 21 or under) in the eyes of the law. The final paragraph reads: “This comment can be added finally: although it is not impossible or without precedent for members of a successful group to break away and achieve success in their own right, it would seem self-defeating for members of the group to attempt to break away as long as the adult members are and remain bound by the Contract.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a printed email from Beatles historian Mark Lewisohn. Starting Bid $200
9030. Beatles: Stuart Sutcliffe Original Sketch. Original unsigned sketch
by Stuart Sutcliffe of a woman setting up a tripod stand, accomplished in blue ink on an off-white 4.5 x 7 sheet removed from a sketch pad. The consignor notes that the drawing dates to the 1950s. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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Bob Dylan ‘View from Two Windows’ — an incredible original ‘Drawn Blank Series’ painting by Bob Dylan
9050. Bob Dylan Original Painting ‘View from Two Windows’ – created in 2007 for his acclaimed ‘Drawn Blank Series’. Original artwork by Bob Dylan entitled ‘View from Two Windows,’ created in 2007 for his acclaimed ‘Drawn Blank Series,’ accomplished in gouache and mixed media on 24 x 30.5 artist paper, signed below in paint by Dylan. The work depicts the inside of an upper-story room viewed from the perspective of a standing observer, with the foreground composed of a table, chair, and a television set, and the background featuring a large beige curtain and a pair of multi-paned windows that look down upon a house, greenery, and what appears to be a body of water. In very fine condition. Archivally framed to an overall size of 27.75 x 33.75; the frame backing bears a label from the Halcyon Gallery of London, where this painting was exhibited in 2008. The consignor notes that this painting, which appears on page 84 in the Drawn Blank Series catalog, was obtained from the Castle Fine Art Gallery. Starting Bid $5000
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Rare EMI acetate pressing of Dylan’s ‘comeback’ show at the 1969 Isle of Wight Festival, featuring ‘Highway 61’ and ‘Like a Rolling Stone’
9051. Bob Dylan 1969 Isle of Wight Festival Acetate Pressing. Rare 12˝ double-sided EMI acetate pressing of Bob Dylan’s performance at the 1969 Isle of Wight Festival, which marked his dramatic ‘comeback’ following the infamous 1966 motorcycle accident. The acetate disc bears Emidisc labels on both sides, annotated with track listings as follows: SIDE 1 1. Highway 61 Revisited 2. One Too Many Mornings 3. I Pity The Poor Immigrant 4. Like A Rolling Stone 5. I’ll Be Your Baby Tonight 6. Mighty Quinn 7. Whose Going To Throw That Minstrel Boy A Coin SIDE 2 1. She Belongs To Me 2. I Threw It All Away 3. I Ain’t Gonna Work On Maggies Farm 4. Wild Mountain Thyme
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5. It Ain’t Me Babe 6. To Ramona 7. Lay, Lady, Lay In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Acetate pressings (also called ‘lacquers’) are the rarest of the rare among record collectors. They are lacquer-coated metal (nickel) discs created as the first step in the manufacturing process of a record. Literally cut into a metal plate by a lathe, the lacquer coating is very thin, resulting in extremely limited durability when played. They are also noticeably heavy compared to a commercial product, weighing about three times as much as equivalent-format vinyl. A record company typically creates less than a half dozen acetate pressings of a recording in order to test sound quality in anticipation of a commercial release. Frequently, acetates are then discarded or destroyed after sound testing is complete; however, sometimes they are shared with key executives, the artists themselves, or highlevel industry influencers. Starting Bid $300
Limited edition signed copy of Face Value, released in honor of Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday
9052. Bob Dylan Signed Limited Edition ‘Face Value’ Book – Released for his 80th birthday. Rare signed book: Bob Dylan: Face Value by Bob Dylan and John Elderfield. First edition (limited 2021 release of 12 signed copies). London: National Portrait Gallery, 2013. Hardcover, 9 x 12, 63 pages. Signed in black felt tip by Bob Dylan on a bookplate affixed to the title page. In very fine condition. An intriguing collection of portraits by the internationally acclaimed icon of American music. Starting Bid $300
9053. Bob Dylan Signature. Bold felt tip signature and inscription, “To Rose, the flower of life, Best Always, Bob Dylan, 6/18/83,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In very fine condition. A desirable, poetic inscription from the Nobel Prize–winning songwriter. Starting Bid $200
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Jimi Hendrix Rare 1968 KPPC radio station poster signed by Jimi Hendrix
9056. Jimi Hendrix Rare 1968 Signed Pasadena Radio (KPPC) Poster. Incredibly rare vintage circa 1968 original 22.5 x 28.5 poster for the Pasadena radio station KPPC (106.7 FM), featuring an image of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, signed in blue ballpoint on his guitar, “Jimi Hendrix.” The poster is headed by groovy text that poses the question: “What kind of person listens to KPPC?” In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing, edge tears, and old tape stains to the corners. Accompanied by a letter of provenance, stating that the poster was found in a closet full of classic blacklight posters during a construction cleanout of a building in the summer of 1970. This is one of just a handful of Hendrix-signed posters that we have encountered—an ideal oversized format for the legendary guitarist’s autograph. Starting Bid $1000
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“Stay Groovy, Jimi Hendrix”—acquired in person at the Halle Münsterland in 1969
Image larger than actual size. 9057. Jimi Hendrix Signed Photograph - Obtained In-Person at the Halle Münsterland in 1969. Color vintage
3.75 x 5.25 clipped magazine photo of Hendrix decked out in a wild paisley pattern, signed in blue ballpoint, “Stay Groovy, Jimi Hendrix.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges, and a light central horizontal fold. Consignor notes that the autograph was obtained in person at the Halle Munsterland in Germany on January 14, 1969. Starting Bid $1000
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Hendrix rocks Copenhagen in support of Are You Experienced, released nine days prior
9058. Jimi Hendrix Signed 1967 Concert Ticket (Copenhagen). Vintage 3.25 x 1.75 ticket for a concert by the Jimi
Hendrix Experience at the Falkoner Centret in Copenhagen, Denmark, on May 21, 1967, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Jimi Hendrix. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling and two folds. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter from a relative of the original recipient: “Per Lykke Larsen was a rock n roll type that in the 60-70s went to all the rock concerts who came to Denmark he could afford. And every time he went to a concert he took the tickets with him home, somehow one time he was lucky and got a Jimi Hendrix signature at a concert.” After five tiring months spent recording Are You Experienced at London’s De Lane Lea and Olympic Studios, the Jimi Hendrix Experience set off on a legendary tour of Europe to promote their debut album. Starting Bid $1000
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“Jimi is no beauty, but the show is worth seeing”—Hendrix signs a German concert review
Image larger than actual size. 9059. Jimi Hendrix Signed German Concert Review. Interesting German newspaper clipping featuring an image of Hendrix playing his guitar on his back, 3.75 x 5.25, neatly signed in blue ballpoint, “Jimi Hendrix.” Covering Hendrix’s show in Berlin, the article is headlined: “Jimi ist keine Schönheit, aber Die Show ist sehenswert [Jimi is no beauty, but the show is worth seeing].” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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“Stay free, Jimi Hendrix” — rare 1970 concert poster from The Cry of Love Tour
9060. Jimi Hendrix Signed 1970 Milwaukee Concert Poster from The Cry of Love Tour. Scarce original 16.75 x 22.75 concert poster from the Jimi
Hendrix Experience’s ‘The Cry of Love Tour,’ which depicts a stylized front-facing portrait of Hendrix by artist Brad Cantwell, with the band name running vertically to either side of the image and the ascot bearing the name of the support act, Oz, signed below in black ballpoint, “Stay free, Jimi Hendrix.” Stapled to a slightly larger mounting sheet and in very good to fine condition, with some light staining in the lower blank area, and the signature a couple of shades light but completely legible.
According to the consignor: ‘My aunt’s late husband went to a Jimi Hendrix concert at the Milwaukee Auditorium in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 1, 1970. After the concert, he was getting something to eat at a vendor outside when Hendrix walked up to get something. He asked Hendrix for an autograph who responded, ‘Do you have anything other than the poster?’ The rock star said he didn’t like that particular poster of him. But after explaining to Hendrix that that was all he had and could afford, Jimi said okay and signed the poster.’ Starting Bid $500
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Unique photo collage signed by the Jimi Hendrix Experience at the Halle Münsterland in 1969
Image larger than actual size. 9061. Jimi Hendrix Experience Signed Photograph - Obtained In-Person at the Halle Münsterland in 1969. Vintage matte-finish 5.75 x 4.5 photo collage of the Jimi Hendrix Experience made of magazine clippings affixed to a pinkcolored card, signed in blue ballpoint by Jimi Hendrix, Mitch Mitchell, and Noel Redding. In fine condition, with light rippling from mounting. Consignor notes that the autographs were obtained in person at the Halle Munsterland in Germany on January 14, 1969. Starting Bid $1000
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Hendrix rocks – and rescues – the 1970 New York Pop Festival
9063. New York Pop Festival 1970 Poster (Jimi Hendrix Experience, Eric Clapton, Miles Davis, and more).
Scarce original 23 x 35 poster for the New York Pop Festival held at Downing Stadium on Randall’s Island on July 17-19, 1970, which lists the festival’s roster of big-name musical acts, such as the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Grand Funk Railroad, Jethro Tull, Joe Cocker, Van Morrison, Steppenwolf, Richie Havens, Ten Years After, Mountain, Ravi Shankar, and The Tony Williams Lifetime, who will be joined on stage by Jack Bruce, Eric Clapton, and special guest star Miles Davis. Lower border features ticket and venue information, with bold text: “Purchase Tickets Early. No Tickets Will Be Sold At The Gate.” Rolled and in fine condition, with some light creasing and edgewear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. After the triumph of Woodstock the previous year, the three-day New York Pop Festival tried to re-create its success in New York City. Unfortunately, the concert proved a bust as half of the star-studded lineup failed to show up and thousands of fans earned free entry when they literally crashed through the perimeter fencing. One of the handful of highlights from the festival was the rousing performance by the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Starting Bid $300
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9062. Stanley Mouse Signed Artist’s Proof Print for Hendrix ‘Power of Soul’ Album. Color limited edition 17 x
23 print of a prospective Jimi Hendrix album cover entitled ‘Power of Soul,’ signed at the bottom of the image in gold ink by the artist, “Proof, Stanley Mouse,” and in the lower border in pencil, “Color Proof, 2003, Stanley Mouse.” Originally designed as a cover concept for a Jimi Hendrix album, this scarab design ultimately morphed into several record covers for the band Journey. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Rolling Stones
9071. Mick Jagger Signed Rolling Stones Album – Beggars Banquet. Dutch vinyl pressing of the 1968 Rolling Stones
album Beggars Banquet, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Mick Jagger. The consignor notes that the autograph was obtained in Bussum, Netherlands, in December 1986. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient, which contains images of Jagger at the time of signing. Starting Bid $200
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A note from Mick — “Your mate says you could put me at my ease, see you down at the pier, let’s do the Southend freeze” 9072. Mick Jagger Autograph Note Signed to British Singer Ingrid Mansfield-Allman. ANS signed “Mick Jagger, x,” penned in black ballpoint on
a pink 3.75 x 6.75 sheet of notebook paper. The handwritten note, addressed to “Ingrid,” reads: “Your mate says you could put me at my ease, see you down at the pier, let’s do the Southend freeze.” In very good condition, with several folds and overall creasing.
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, the singer Ingrid Mansfield-Allman, who assisted Keith Richards in learning lyrics to the song ‘Winsome,’ which was originally written by the Jamaican artist Half Pint. The Rolling Stones covered the song on their album Dirty Work, but instead called it ‘Too Rude,’ with Richards taking vocal duties instead of Mick Jagger. Starting Bid $200
9073. Brian Jones Signed Rolling Stones Monthly Book (1964). Issue No. 2 of The Rolling Stones Monthly Book from July 10, 1964, 31 pages, 6.25 x 8, signed by Brian Jones in blue ballpoint on the centerfold, which contains an artistic portrait of the Stones’ guitarist and founder. The consignor notes that the signature dates to 1964. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200
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9074. Rolling Stones Signatures – Obtained in 1965 during their Australian Tour. Vintage
ballpoint signatures, “Brian Jones,” “Mick Jagger,” Keith Richard,” “Bill Wyman,” and “The Rolling Stones, Love, Charlie Boy,” on an off-white 5.75 x 3.5 Ansett ANA Airlines envelope. Includes the original 3.75 x 3 Ansett ANA boarding passes for passengers “Jagger,” “Jones,” and “C. Watts,” which are all annotated by an airline attendant. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling and scattered small stains. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from a previous owner. Starting Bid $200
9075. Rolling Stones Original 1964 Queens Hall (Leeds) Program and Ticket. Original concert program and
ticket for a Rolling Stones concert at Queens Hall in Leeds, England, on July 12, 1964, eight pages, 7.5 x 9.75, with biographical blurbs about Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, Keith Richard, and Charlie Watts, along with a group portrait. The pink “Rolling Stones, Lulu and the Luvers, Etc.” ticket, 4 x 3.25, is issued as No. 28 for “Rear Stalls.” Includes a journal page with handwritten notes from the original owner. In overall very good to fine condition, with some small stains to the program cover. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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The Who Scarce fully signed Track Record promo photo of The Who
9081. The Who Signed Track Record Promo Photograph. Scarce vintage cardstock 7 x 9.5 Track Record promo photo of The Who, signed in ballpoint by Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, Keith Moon, and John Entwistle. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and a couple of small scratches touching Townshend’s face. Track Record, one of Britain’s first independent record labels, was founded in 1966 in London by The Who’s managers Kit Lambert and Chris Stamp. The new label was designed to give The Who more creative freedom, and also served as Jimi Hendrix’s UK label. Starting Bid $500
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9080. Keith Moon Signed Check (1977) – a rare signed format from The Who drummer. Rare Williams &
Glyn’s Bank Limited check, 6 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Keith Moon, payable to Cartier Ltd. for £10.5, November 30, 1977. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. An uncommon signed format from the late great drumming machine. Starting Bid $300
9082. The Who 1969 Fairfield Halls Croydon Handbill. Original single-sided 5.5 x 11 concert handbill for The Who at the Fairfield Halls, Croydon, on September 21, 1969, energetically billed as a “two hour non-stop concert.” The handbill is imprinted at the bottom with venue information and a ticket order form. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9083. The Who, the Rolling Stones, and Elton John Signed 1973 Edmonton Sundown Program. Scarce original concert program for a concert by The Faces at Edmonton Sundown in London, England, on June 3, 1973, 12 pages, 8.25 x 11.75, signed on the front cover in ballpoint by eight famous rock stars: Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon of The Who, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones, Ronnie Lane and Ronnie Wood of the Faces, and Elton John. This show was Ronnie Lane’s penultimate performance with the group. In very good condition, with overall creasing, handling wear, and dampstaining slightly affecting the Jagger and Wood signatures. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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The Doors Jim Morrison’s handwritten and signed working lyrics for The Doors’ “L’America”
9085. Jim Morrison Handwritten and Signed Working Lyrics for ‘L’America’.
Rare handwritten lyrics by Jim Morrison for The Doors song “L’America,” one page, 8 x 13.75, signed and titled at the top: “J. M./ Doors, L’America.” Morrison writes out working lyrics to “L’America,” in full: “I took a trip down to L’America / To trade some beads for a pint of gold (2) / L’America, (3) (3) / C’mon people don’t you look so down You know the Rain-Man’s coming to town / He’ll change your weather, / he’ll change your luck / He’ll even teach you, how to find yourself / L’America (3) (3), Friendly strangers come to town / All the people put them down / But the women lov’d their ways / Come again some other day / Like the gentle rain / Like the gentle rain that falls / Repeat Verse I.” Double-matted with a portrait to an overall size of 27.5 x 20. In fine condition. The Doors recorded ‘L’America’ for the 1970 counterculture movie Zabriskie Point by Italian director Michelangelo Antonioni, which included tracks by Pink Floyd and the Grateful Dead. When Antonioni rejected the song, The Doors included it on their 1971 album LA Woman. The lyrics as written here differ slightly from those recorded. A fantastic and highly desirable Jim Morrison manuscript. Starting Bid $5000
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Rare 1968 concert program from The Doors’ world tour, signed by Jim Morrison at Asbury Park
9086. Jim Morrison Signed 1968 Doors Concert Program - Obtained In-Person at Asbury Park. Rare concert program from The Doors’ 1968 World
Tour, 22 pages, 8.75 x 11.5, signed inside by Jim Morrison on his full-page image in red felt tip, “Jim.” In fine condition, with light handling wear. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL and a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “I bought this Jim Morrison & The Doors program book at their concert at the Asbury Park (NJ) Convention Hall on August 31, 1968. I got Jim Morrison to sign his picture in the program book as he exited the venue through the empty lobby about 45 minutes after the crowd had left. My father was in charge of the box office and I was waiting in the lobby for him to cash out. Jim Morrison was very very stoned and signed ‘Jim,’ and not his full signature ‘jmorrison.’ After Jim Morrison signed my program book, my father came charging out of the box office and grabbed me by the arm very strongly. He tanked me into the box office yelling ‘Stay away from him! Stay away from him! He is a druggie! He is a kook!’ Mind you, I was 15 years old and this was the contentious hippie summer of 1968.” Starting Bid $1000
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Led Zeppelin Tremendously rare fully signed Houses of the Holy album by Led Zeppelin – fewer than five are known to exist!
9088. Led Zeppelin Extremely Rare Fully Signed Album – Houses of the Holy – fewer than five are known to exist. Immensely rare UK album sleeve for Led Zeppelin’s 1973 album Houses of the Holy, which has been signed on the
front cover in blue ballpoint by Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham. The consignor notes that the autographs were obtained in early May 1977 when the group returned to London’s Gatwick airport for a break from their final American tour. In fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Given the era’s passive attitude towards autograph collecting and the increased security implemented by Zeppelin’s now legendary manager, Peter Grant, band-signed items remain exceptionally scarce. As such, there are reportedly less than 30 known fully signed Led Zeppelin albums extant, including less than five band-signed examples of House of the Holy. A stunning, inscription-free copy of a classic Led Zeppelin record that represents the first fully signed Houses of the Holy we have ever offered — a supremely rare and elusive rock and roll keepsake not soon to be repeated. Starting Bid $2500
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Unprecedented vintage-signed promo photo of Led Zeppelin, with its original Atlantic Records press folder, issued on behalf of their 1969 debut album
9089. Unprecedented vintage-signed promo photo of Led Zeppelin, with its original 1969 Atlantic Records press folder. Exceptionally rare vintage glossy 8 x 10 Atlantic Records publicity photo of Led Zeppelin, signed in blue ballpoint
by Robert Plant, John Bonham, John Paul Jones, and Jimmy Page, who adds an inscription to the lower border: “To Jim, All the best, Led Zeppelin.” The photo includes its original Atlantic Records promotional folder, issued to promote the band’s selftitled studio debut album, which was released on January 12, 1969. The folder, 9.5 x 12, with iconic band images to the front and back covers, contains a second glossy vintage photo of the band (this example 10 x 8, with only Plant wearing a different top); a printed copy of an article from the San Francisco Examiner (January 11, 1969), with the headline, “The Led Zeppelin, Impressive New Rock Group”; and three stapled press packets, which are each entitled: “Led Zeppelin – Background,” “Led Zeppelin – The Beginning,” and “Atlantic Records Signs England’s Hot New Group, Led Zeppelin, In One of the Biggest Deals of the Year.” In fine condition, with some minor pen trouble in the inscription. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. A spectacular vintage-signed photograph from the genesis of Led Zeppelin’s historic rock and roll career. Starting Bid $2500
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Choice pressing of Led Zeppelin II, fully signed, obtained by an 18-year-old fan during their 1969 Canadian tour
9090. Led Zeppelin Signed Album – Led Zeppelin II – Obtained by an 18-Year-Old Fan During Their 1969 Canadian Tour. Beautiful Canadian pressing of Led Zeppelin II, the landmark second studio album from Led Zeppelin (Atlantic, SD 8236, Stereo, Red Label, Seven Arts), signed neatly on the front cover in black ballpoint by the full band: vocalist Robert Plant, guitarist Jimmy Page, bassist and keyboardist John Paul Jones, and drummer John Bonham. In fine condition, with some skipping to the Jones signature. The record is included. There are reportedly less than 30 known fully signed Led Zeppelin albums extant, with this example all the more remarkable given its lack of inscriptions and crisp, clean autographs.
The consignor notes: ‘My late husband went to their concert back in 1969 on their tour of Southern Ontario, Canada. He purchased the Led Zeppelin album and was caught up in the crowd. He said he went down the wrong corridor and the band was sitting in their dressing room having a drink with the door open. They invited him in and signed the album at that time. He got to meet them and it was quite a thrill. He was only 18 at the time.’ Starting Bid $1000
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Rare example of Led Zeppelin’s infamous 1973 Old Refectory concert poster, suppressed by manager Peter Grant 9091. Led Zeppelin Rare Original 1973 Old Refectory Southampton Concert Poster.
Rare and controversial original color poster for a Led Zeppelin concert held at Southampton University’s The Old Refectory, Student Union Building on January 22, [1973], 19.25 x 29, depicting two SS officers posing with a seductive woman, with ticket information listed below. Professionally linen-backed and restored to very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.
In autumn 1972, Clive Fisher was Events Secretary at Southampton University, England. Led Zeppelin asked if they could play the Old Refectory on January 22, 1973, the day after they played Southampton Gaumont. Clive had a few posters printed for the concert which depicted two menacing German SS officers and a gartered Fräulein looking rather provocative. Little did Clive know at the time that his poster would be considered amongst Led Zeppelin collectors and dealers alike as the most desirable Led Zeppelin concert poster to own. Unfortunately, Peter Grant, Led Zeppelin’s manager, thought the poster entirely offensive. He had any he could find taken down and stuffed in rubbish bins. As a result, an original poster is almost impossible to find. They rarely surface, and, having been made on such thin paper stock, those that do are usually in very poor shape. This example has been expertly restored to very fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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9092. Led Zeppelin 1970 Edinburgh Concert Handbill (Usher Hall). Uncommon original program for Led Zeppelin’s concert at Usher Hall in Edinburgh, Scotland, on February 17, 1970, eight pages, 7.25 x 9.5, with the front cover showing a Zeppelin airship behind the band’s name, and the interior featuring band and concert information, and images and biographies of each band member. The program also contains an ad for Barclay James Harvest, and an upcoming event schedule listing Manfred Mann Chapter Three, The Pentangle, Deep Purple, and Badfinger. In very good to fine condition, with light handling wear and a light central vertical fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9093. Robert Plant Signed Album – Led Zeppelin II. UK vinyl pressing of the 1969
Led Zeppelin album Led Zeppelin II, signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “To Paul & Jacqueline, Best wishes, Robert Plant.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient. Starting Bid $200
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Pink Floyd
9094. Pink Floyd Signed Photograph. Uncommon vintage 3.75 x 3 clipped Swedish newspaper photo of Pink Floyd, signed in red felt tip by Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Rick Wright, and Nick Mason. In fine condition, with areas of moderate signature contrast. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200
9095. Pink Floyd 1970 Royal Albert Hall Concert Handbill. Original single-sided 7.5 x 10 concert handbill for ‘An
Evening With Pink Floyd’ at the Royal Albert Hall in London on February 7, 1970, printed with venue information at the top and ticket pricing along the bottom. In fine condition, with some light foxing along the lower left edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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Queen
80s fashion t-shirt from the wardrobe of Freddie Mercury 9097. Freddie Mercury Personally-Owned Íxi:z T-Shirt.
Freddie Mercury’s personally-owned white Íxi:z t-shirt, which was previously sold as lot 2205 in the Freddie Mercury: A World Of His Own, Crazy Little Things 2 sale held at Sotheby’s on New Bond Street, London, on September 13, 2023. The shirt, size small, features a colorful front design that reads “The White.” Includes the original auction tag. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $300
Italian silk necktie from the closet of Freddie Mercury 9098. Freddie Mercury Personally-Owned Italian Silk Necktie by Missoni Cravatte. Freddie Mercury’s silk pat-
terned Italian necktie by Missoni Cravatte, which was previously sold as part of lot 2276 from the Freddie Mercury: A World Of His Own, Crazy Little Things 2 sale held at Sotheby’s, New Bond Street, London on September 13, 2023. In fine condition, with a couple of light stains. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9100. Freddie Mercury Personally-Owned Leather Belt by French Connection. Freddie Mercury’s brown leather
belt with silver buckle and tip by French Connection, which was previously sold as part of lot 2117 from the Freddie Mercury: A World Of His Own, Crazy Little Things 2 sale held at Sotheby’s, New Bond Street, London on September 13, 2023. Includes the original auction tag. In fine condition, with some scattered wear, including a few cracks to leather. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9099. Freddie Mercury Signed 45 RPM Single for ‘We Are the Champions / We Will Rock You’. EMI Records 45 RPM record for the
landmark Queen single ‘We Are the Champions / We Will Rock You,’ signed and inscribed on the front cover in ballpoint, “To Sara, Best of wishes, Freddie Mercury.” In fine condition. The record is not included. Starting Bid $200
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9101. Freddie Mercury Signed 45 RPM Single - ‘Play The Game’. EMI
Records 45 RPM record of Queen’s single ‘Play The Game / Human Body,’ signed on the front of the picture sleeve in black ballpoint, “Freddie Mercury.” The record is included. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9102. Freddie Mercury Signed Single Album – ‘Love Kills’ (Japanese pressing).
CBS/Sony (Japanese pressing) of the Freddie Mercury single album ‘Love Kills / Rotwang’s Party (Robot Dance),’ signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Much love, always — Freddie, 1988, x.” In fine condition, with some surface loss to the back cover. The record is included. ‘Love Kills’ was the first song released by Mercury as a solo artist. Written by Mercury and Giorgio Moroder, the single was originally used as part of the new soundtrack for Moroder’s 1984 restoration and edit of Fritz Lang’s 1927 silent film Metropolis. Starting Bid $200
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9103. Freddie Mercury PersonallyOwned Monogrammed ‘F’ Handkerchief. Freddie Mercury’s attractive
off-white 15.5 x 15.5 handkerchief monogrammed with the letter ‘F’ that was previously sold as part of lot 2276 from the Freddie Mercury: A World Of His Own, Crazy Little Things 2 sale held at Sotheby’s, New Bond Street, London on September 13, 2023. This lot consisted of a huge collection of table linen that Mercury had purchased for use in his home, Garden Lodge, in Kensington, London. Includes the original auction tag and auction sticker. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
9104. Freddie Mercury Signed 45 RPM Record – ‘Body Language’. EMI Electrola 45 RPM record
for the Queen single ‘Body Language / Life Is Real,’ signed neatly on the front cover in ballpoint by Freddie Mercury. In fine condition. The record is included. Starting Bid $200
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Superior fully signed gatefold of Queen II, unrivaled in its presentation
9105. Queen II Signed Album – the finest example we have ever offered. UK pressing of Queen II (EMA 767), the second studio album by Queen,
signed beautifully by the band on the inner gatefold image in black ballpoint next to their respective images: Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. In fine condition. Accompanied by two Official International Queen Fan Club membership cards issued to a Swedish fan, who obtained the signatures when the band toured Scandinavia. The record is included. With crisp, clean autographs set starkly against an iconic image, this superior Queen-signed album stands alone as the finest example we have ever seen; finding a better, or even similar, autographed album from these rock and roll legends could well prove impossible. Starting Bid $2500
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Queen business checks signed by the entire band
9106. Queen (3) Business Checks Signed by Each Band Member. Set of three Queen Lloyds Bank Limited ‘Queen’ and ‘Queen Productions Ltd.’ business checks from 1975 and 1976, measuring 6.5 x 3.5 and 8 x 4, each filled out in another hand and signed in ballpoint by two members of Queen, with John Deacon signing all three: the earliest check, October 2, 1975, payable to “Cash” for £35.46, is signed by Deacon and Roger Taylor, who also add their initials; the second, October 23, 1975, payable to Queen fan club president Susan Johnstone for £35, is signed by Deacon and Freddie Mercury, “F. Mercury”; and the third, July 13, 1976, payable to Rainbow Freight Services Ltd. for £2243.31, is signed by Deacon and Brian May. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $500
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Jazz, Blues, and Standards
“My father loved this guitar for many reasons” — John Lee Hooker’s home, stage, and studio-used Kay acoustic guitar
9109. John Lee Hooker’s Stage and Studio-Used Kay Acoustic Guitar. John Lee Hooker’s personally-owned
vintage 1950s Kay (L 5751) archtop hollow-body acoustic guitar with a sunburst finish, which was played extensively by the legendary bluesman throughout the 1970s both on stage and in the studio. In fine condition, with scattered light scuffs, a few minor dents and chips, and a small crack to the pickguard; none of which detract from the guitar’s beautiful presentation. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Zakiya Hooker: “The 1970’s era Kay Acoustic Guitar…belonged to my father, Mr. John Lee Hooker. This guitar was used as a home guitar but also, this Kay was used on the road and in some recordings throughout the 1970’s. My father loved this guitar for many reasons. From the way it sounded to the flamed finish on the back. From the studio to some live shows, it served as one of only a few backup acoustics. This guitar is very special.” Backed by rock-solid provenance, this handsome acoustic guitar was well-used by one of music’s foremost pioneers in the art of blues-making—an exceptional offering deriving from the instrument collection of John Lee Hooker. Starting Bid $1000
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The illustrious Coltrane quartet signs their 1963 Ballads album
9110. John Coltrane Quartet Signed Album - Ballads. Ballads album by John Coltrane, signed and inscribed on the inner gatefold in ballpoint, “To Jim, John Coltrane,” as well as by the other members of his quartet: McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, and Jimmy Garrison. In fine condition. The record is included. Originates from the personal collection of James Gang founder Jimmy Fox, who obtained the signatures at The Jazz Temple in Cleveland. A superb fully signed album that, in 2008, was a recipient of the Grammy Hall of Fame award. Starting Bid $300
“Stay happy, Billie Holiday” — a beautiful twice-signed photo of the iconic ‘Lady Day’ 9111. Billie Holiday Twice-Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 7.75 x 9.75 publicity photo of ‘Lady Day’ by Schaeffer of Hollywood, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “For Dale, Billie Holiday,” who signs again on the reverse, “For Dale, Stay happy, Billie Holiday.” In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, creases along the right and bottom edges, and scattered smaller surface creases. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. An uncommon Holiday pose made all the more special by the rare presence of two signatures. Starting Bid $300
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Elvis Presley Remarkably rare oversized ‘G. I. Blues’ promo portrait, prominently signed by Elvis Presley
9113. Elvis Presley Signed Oversized Photograph from G.I. Blues . Extremely rare vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 Paramount Pictures promotional photo of Elvis Presley in his U.S. Army military uniform as Specialist 5 Tulsa McLean for the 1960 musical comedy film G.I. Blues, beautifully signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Jimmy, Many thanks! Elvis Presley.” Reverse is stamped: “Coming Soon: Elvis in ‘G. I. Blues,’ A Hal Wallis Production.” In fine condition. The promotional department at Paramount Pictures released this publicity photograph in two sizes (8 x 10 and 11 x 14), and although both are extremely rare—with many fans not even aware of their existence—the larger version is the rarer of the two. In addition to its size, the photo’s imagery is also quite significant—Paramount’s promotional department pulled this version of the photo shortly after its distribution because it was decided that the portrait was not the best shot of Elvis, who is pictured looking down with a forlorn expression. When it was pulled, the department did not bother producing another, making this an extremely rare and highly sought Elvis Presley promo piece—even in unsigned examples. Starting Bid $1000
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Elvis mortgages his Grumman Gulfstream for nearly $1 million—a unique 1975 document signed by the ‘King’
9114. Elvis Presley Signed Mortgage Document for Private Plane. Partly-printed DS, signed “Elvis Presley,”
one page, 8.5 x 14, July 24, 1975. Document headed “Chattel Mortgage of Aircraft,” by which Elvis uses his “Grumman G-159” private plane to secure the staggering sum of $924,411.84, to be repaid in 96 monthly installments of $9,629.29. The document details the aircraft’s specifications, including Rolls Royce Dart Mark V-29 engines, Collins FD-105 Flight Directors, Wilcox 1014A Transponders, Sperry SP-20 Auto Pilot, and Bendix RA21A/ NUA21-C Navs. Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Elvis Presley, and also initialed by him in the margin on the front, “E.P.” Countersigned by a notary public. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $500
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9115. Elvis Presley Signed Photograph. Vintage circa 1956 glossy 8 x 10 promo photo of Elvis wearing a wristwatch
with his hands clasped, nicely signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Love ya, Elvis Presley.” The lower border is imprinted: “Elvis Presley, 160 Union Ave, Memphis, Tenn.” In very good to fine condition, with a diagonal crease passing through Elvis’ hair. Encapsulated in a Beckett authentication holder, and accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. This desirable studio portrait of Elvis was used in promo materials issued by both Sun Records and RCA. Starting Bid $300
9116. Elvis Presley 1975 ‘Square Corner Signature’ Scarf (Attested as Stage-Worn). Vintage white silk scarf, measuring 34˝ x 34˝ unfolded,
attested to as being worn on stage by Elvis Presley during his massive New Year’s Eve concert at the Pontiac Silverdome in Pontiac, Michigan, on December 31, 1975. The scarf, which is referred to as the ‘square corner signature scarf,’ was purportedly used by Presley between August 1974 and June 1977. The lightweight scarf is entirely plain with the exception of Presley’s facsimile autograph to one corner. In fine, folded condition, with the scarf appearing to exhibit perspiration garnered from Elvis during the performance. Accompanied by a ticket stub from the concert, a 3.5″ pin button with facsimile autograph, a period ‘Special Photo Folio Concert Edition’ program, four vintage 3.5 x 4.75 candid color photos, and a letter of authenticity from Elvis expert Rich Consola. Starting Bid $200
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Country and Folk Rare self-titled Coral Records debut album signed by Buddy Holly
9122. Buddy Holly Rare Signed Album - Self-Titled Debut. Self-titled debut studio album (Coral Records CRL 57210) signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Buddy Holly.” In very good to fine condition, with old adhesive residue in the upper right corner, and old tape along the otherwise completely separated edges. The record is included. Accompanied by two original vintage deckle-edge snapshots of Buddy Holly on stage, taken at the Minneapolis Auditorium on April 25, 1958. Highlighted by Buddy Holly’s four hit singles released on the Coral label—”Words of Love”, “Peggy Sue”, “I’m Gonna Love You Too”, and “Rave On!”—his self-titled solo debut was released on February 20, 1958. Exceedingly rare in this format, this is just the second Buddy Holly signed album that we have offered. Starting Bid $500
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Scarce large-format fully signed portrait of Buddy Holly and the Crickets
9123. Buddy Holly and the Crickets Signed Photograph. Scarce vintage 8 x 10.5 paperstock program photo of
Buddy Holly and the Crickets, signed in blue ballpoint by Buddy Holly, and in fountain pen by Jerry Allison and Joe B. Mauldin. The reverse is imprinted with a biography of the band, listing some of their hits including ‘That’ll Be The Day,’ ‘Oh, Boy,’ and ‘Not Fade Away.’ In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. A superb, large-format signed photo of Buddy Holly and the Crickets—much larger than the promo cards usually seen. Starting Bid $500
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Given by Johnn Cash to his Columbia Records promo man— a handsome Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver with ivory grips 9127. Johnny Cash Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver with Ivory Grips Presented to Gene Ferguson of Columbia Records. Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver with ivory grips presented by Johnny Cash to Gene Ferguson of Columbia Records, serial #206375, .36 caliber, 7 1/2” octagon barrel with a very good bore that has light pitting within the grooves. This is an 1868-made, 4th type revolver that has matching numbers on the frame, barrel, cylinder, gripstraps, wedge, and cylinder arbor. The metal has an overall dull, pewter gray patina mingling with thin, plum-brown freckling along the surfaces. Additionally, there are hints of muted color case-hardening still present on the frame. The brass trigger guard and backstrap have a dull yellow-ochre patina throughout. The one-piece ivory grip is in good condition, with mellow age-toning to a pale caramel color, and dark age cracks at the butt on both sides. The lock-up is tight and the
action is fully functional, but the sear is worn and slips when the hammer is fully pulled back. The revolver is accompanied by a framed presentation letter signed by Johnny Cash, March 17, 1962, stating that this “1851 Navy Colt with Ivory Grips in Caliber 36, Serial Number 206375” was a gift to Gene Ferguson as “a token of my friendship.” Gene Ferguson was a longtime promotions executive with Columbia Records, and a close friend of Johnny Cash from 1957 until Cash’s death in 2003. He discussed their relationship—and the guns that Cash gifted him—in a 2016 interview for the NRA Blog. As a fine Colt 1851 Navy with a documented connection to one of the most well-respected figures in 20th-century music, this is a remarkable piece of American history. This is an antique firearm and transfers with no federal restriction. Starting Bid $500
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9128. Johnny Cash Signed ‘I Walk the Line’ 45 RPM Record (Sun Records). Sun Records (EP-113) 45 RPM record for the Johnny Cash EP ‘I Walk the Line,’ signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by Cash. The EP contains four songs: ‘Folsom Prison Blues,’ ‘Doin’ My Time,’ ‘I Walk the Line,’ and ‘The Wreck of the Old ‘97.’ This special collection of some of Johnny Cash’s earliest and most important recordings was released by Sun Records in 1958. In fine condition, with light scuffing; the original, beautiful picture sleeve is well preserved and in excellent condition with bright graphics. The included record is in VG condition. Starting Bid $200
9129. Johnny Cash Signed 45 RPM Record – ‘Johnny Cash Sings Hank Williams’ (Sun Records). Sun Re-
cords (EPA-111) 45 RPM record for the Johnny Cash EP ‘Johnny Cash Sings Hank Williams,’ signed on the back cover in black ballpoint by Cash. The EP contains four songs: ‘I Can’t Help It,’ ‘You Win Again,’ ‘Hey Good Lookin’,’ and ‘I Could Never Be Ashamed of You.’ This special collection of Hank Williams songs sung by Johnny Cash was released by Sun Records in 1958. In fine condition, with a brush to the first name; the original, beautiful picture sleeve is well preserved and in excellent condition with bright graphics. The included record is in VG condition. Starting Bid $200
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9130. Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two Multi-Signed 45 RPM Single Record for ‘I Walk the Line / Get Rhythm’ (Sun Records). Sun Records (241) 45 RPM record for the Johnny Cash single ‘I Walk the Line / Get Rhythm,’ signed three times by Cash in ballpoint; once on the ‘I Walk the Line’ side and twice on the ‘Get Rhythm’ side, with both sides also signed by members of Cash’s first band, The Tennessee Two: guitarist Luther Perkins and bassist Marshall Grant. This historically significant recording was released by Sun on May 1, 1956. ‘I Walk the Line’ topped the US Billboard Country charts and hit #17 on the Pop charts. The record is in VG condition. Few known examples exist of any single piece of memorabilia signed by all three, and the number of 45 RPM records signed by all three is undocumented. Starting Bid $200
9131. Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two Multi-Signed 45 RPM Single Record for ‘Folsom Prison Blues / So Doggone Lonesome’ (Sun Records). Sun Records (232) 45 RPM record for the Johnny Cash single ‘Folsom Prison Blues / So Doggone Lonesome,’ signed on both sides of the record in ink and ballpoint by Cash and the members of his first band, The Tennessee Two: guitarist Luther Perkins and bassist Marshall Grant. This historically significant recording was released by Sun on December 15, 1955, and ‘Folsom Prison Blues’ climbed to #4 on the Country charts. The record is in VG condition. Few known examples exist of any single piece of memorabilia signed by all three, and the number of 45 RPM records signed by all three is undocumented. Starting Bid $200
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9132. Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two Multi-Signed 45 RPM Single Record for ‘Cry! Cry! Cry! / Hey, Porter!’ (Sun Records). Sun Records (221) 45 RPM record for the Johnny Cash single ‘Cry! Cry! Cry! / Hey, Porter!,’ signed on both sides of the record in ink and ballpoint by Cash and the members of his first band, The Tennessee Two: guitarist Luther Perkins and bassist Marshall Grant. This historically significant recording was released by Sun on June 1, 1955. ‘Cry! Cry! Cry! was Johnny’s first hit, reaching #15 on the Country charts. The record is in VG condition. Few known examples exist of any single piece of memorabilia signed by all three, and the number of 45 RPM records signed by all three is undocumented. Starting Bid $200
9133. Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two Multi-Signed 45 RPM Single Record for ‘There You Go / Train of Love’ (Sun Records). Sun Records (258) 45 RPM record for the Johnny Cash single ‘There You Go / Train of Love,’ signed on both sides of the record in ink and ballpoint by Cash and members of his first band, The Tennessee Two: guitarist Luther Perkins and bassist Marshall Grant, with the latter only signing on the ‘Train of Love’ side. This historically significant recording was released by Sun on March 7, 1957, with ‘There You Go’ becoming Cash’s first US #1 hit. The record is in VG condition. Few known examples exist of any single piece of memorabilia signed by all three, and the number of 45 RPM records signed by all three is undocumented. Starting Bid $200
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1960s Splendid Janis Joplin memorabilia collection, highlighted by an impossibly rare and exclusive 1969 Royal Albert Hall “Performer” ticket, fully intact 9135. Janis Joplin Ephemera Lot of (8) with Rare Full “Performer” Ticket for 1969 Royal Albert Hall Show.
Amazing collection of eight pieces of rare ephemera from Janis Joplin’s historic career, including ticket stubs, a program, a handbill, and unique vintage photos. The jewel of this collection is an excessively rare full (complete and intact) “Performer” ticket for Janis Joplin’s historic debut performance in England—April 21, 1969, at the Royal Albert Hall. During Joplin’s flight to London for this one-night show in 1969, she questioned aloud whether the British audience would even know her music at all. It was her first time on UK soil, because her past gigs with Big Brother and the Holding Company never included a tour overseas. All those fears melted away when she took the mic at Royal Albert Hall for a historic and critically hailed concert, praised by the New Musical Express: ‘…her hour of belting, grinding, and vocalizing against her soul-slanted backing group had created enough excitement and emotion to make the audience forget their inhibitions… They responded by dancing in the aisles, the boxes, and on the stage.’ This special, extremely rare Royal Albert Hall “Performer” ticket was ostensibly created by the venue management for the musical artist and her entourage, so that they could securely enter and exit the Hall. Such “Performer” tickers are virtually impossible to find, especially in full, complete, and intact examples, with no no tears, rips, or separations on the areas of perforations. Also includes: a rare ticket stub for her show at the Newport Folk Festival, July 27, 1968, headlined by Janis Joplin with Big Brother & The Holding Company, with B. B. King and Joni Mitchell as supporting acts; a ticket stub for Janis Joplin’s concert at Madison Square Garden on December 19, 1969; an incredibly rare original program for the the very first Quaker City Music Festival in 1968, featuring featuring Janis Joplin with Big Brother & The Holding Company, Moby Grape, the Chambers Brothers, Buddy Guy, B. B. King, and others; an extremely scarce original 3.5 x 3.5 candid snapshot of Janis Joplin backstage with fans in March 1969; an original handbill/postcard for Janis Joplin with Big Brother & The Holding Company at the Fillmore East on August 2–3, 1968; an original vintage circa 1969 glossy 8 x 10 Grossman Glotzer Management Corporation promo photo of Joplin; and a complete issue of It for March 28–April 10, 1969, 28 pages, 11.5 x 18, containing an advertisement for Joplin’s 1969 Royal Albert Hall concert (as well as ads for shows by Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin, and a piece on Jimi Hendrix). In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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1970s 9152. David Bowie and the Spiders Signed Album and 1973 Tour Program. Two items: an
Aladdin Sane album by David Bowie, who has signed the front cover nicely in blue felt tip; and an original program for the 1973 David Bowie Tour, 8 x 10, which is signed and inscribed on the back cover in blue and black felt tip by the Spiders: “Thanks Brian, Mick Ronson,” “Trevor Bolder,” and “Cheers, Woody [Mick Woodmansey].” In very good to fine condition, with creasing, handling wear, and smudging to Ronson’s signature; the Bowie album itself is fine. The record is not included. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Bowie expert Andy Peters for the signed album, and a letter of provenance from the original recipient for the program. Starting Bid $200
9154. Elton John Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 8 x
9.75 photo of Elton John in a full-length seated pose with his pet rabbit, Clarence, signed in black ink, “Best wishes, Elton John.” The consignor notes that the autograph dates to the 1970s. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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Life on tour with Fleetwood Mac—a remarkable archive of 700+ enchanting candids
9153. Fleetwood Mac Archive of (22) Contact Sheet Photographs by Sam Emerson. Remarkable collection of 22 original vintage glossy 11 x 8.5 contact sheet prints of Fleetwood Mac taken by Sam Emerson, featuring over 700 images of the iconic group in a combination of classic in-concert shots and intimate, behind-the-scenes candids. Life on tour is brought to life through Emerson’s vivid imagery: Stevie Nicks sings and has her makeup done; Lindsey Buckingham jams on his acousticelectric guitar and his white Les Paul; Christine McVie sings, strums, and plays the maracas; founder Mick Fleetwood pounds his drums and reads the newspaper; John McVie plucks his bass and hangs at a hotel. Seventeen of the prints have been signed in the border in white ink by the photographer, “Emerson.” Most bear his credit stamp and “This paper manufactured by Kodak” watermarks on the reverse. In overall very good to fine condition, with occasional editorial markings. Starting Bid $500
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Twice-signed music contract from “Robert Marley,” successfully regaining full song-writing credits 9155. Bob Marley Twice-Signed Music Contract, with Rare “Robert Marley” Signature. Important DS,
signed twice as “Robert Marley” and “Bob Marley,” one page, 7.25 x 13, [1976]. The concluding page of a contract with music publisher Almo Music, featuring a “Prior Agreement” passage that concerns Marley’s previous contract with Cayman Music. In part: “Publisher acknowledges… that there is presently in effect an agreement between Writer and Cayman Music Ltd. (“Cayman”), which agreement shall expire by its terms at the close of business on October 10, 1976…Accordingly, no musical composition the ownership or control of which shall be validly retained by Cayman under the terms of said agreement shall be covered hereunder.” Signed twice at the conclusion in black ballpoint, once as “Robert Marley,” president of Bob Marley Music Ltd., and once as “Bob Marley,” the songwriter. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 21. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Recordmecca’s Jeff Gold, who states that the document originates “from the collection of a former Almo Music executive.” Marley’s displeasure with his deal with Cayman Music, which was owned by his former manager Danny Sims and singer Johnny Nash, was reflected in the liner notes of Rastaman Vibration, which listed multiple songwriters, including family friends and band members. Marley did not want his new songs to be associated with Cayman and it was speculated that he used the names of his friends and family as a means of avoiding the contractual restrictions. This contract with Almo Music offered Marley an exit. When Marley’s next album, Exodus, was released in June 1977, the songs were again credited to Marley and published by Bob Marley Music/Almo Music Corp. A unique twicesigned Bob Marley collectible that boasts his exceedingly rare “Robert Marley” signature. Starting Bid $1000
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9156. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Signed Promotional Album – Official Live ‘Leg. Original pressing of the Official Live ‘Leg promotional album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, signed on the back cover in black or blue ballpoint by Petty, Mike Campbell, Benmont Tench, Stan Lynch, and Ron Blair. The upper right corner of the back cover is numbered “154.” In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. A decidedly scarce album signed by the classic Heartbreaker lineup—the ‘Leg album was quickly bootlegged after it was sent to radio stations. Starting Bid $200
9157. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Signed Album – ‘Damn The Torpedoes’. UK vinyl pressing of the 1979
Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers album ‘Damn The Torpedoes,’ signed in ballpoint on the front cover by Tom Petty and on the back cover by Benmont Tench, Mike Campbell, Stan Lynch, and Ron Blair. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient: ‘I was a student at Oxford Polytechnic when on 24th March 1980 Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers recorded a concert for the BBC ‘ROCK GOES TO COLLEGE’ series. I was fortunate enough to obtain a signed copy of their ‘Damn The Torpedoes’ album after the concert.” Starting Bid $200
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Born to Run, signed in the shadow of the Berlin Wall – Springsteen becomes an icon of freedom in East Germany
9158. Bruce Springsteen Signed ‘Born to Run’ Album - dated to his historical East Germany concert on July 19, 1988. Born to Run album by Bruce Springsteen, who has signed prominently on the front cover in black felt tip;
additionally, the back cover is signed by E Street Band members Clarence Clemons and Danny Federici. In very good to fine condition, with two short tears to the right edge, and some noticeable creases to the front. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, who obtained the signatures when Springsteen and The E Street Band famously played East Germany on July 19, 1988, in front of a crowd of 300,000. Widely considered one of the greatest albums of all time, Rolling Stone magazine placed Born to Run at the No. 18 spot on its list of ‘The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time.’ In addition, the cover art is one of rock music’s most recognizable images. An ideal copy of Springsteen’s 1975 masterpiece signed at one of his most important concerts. Starting Bid $200
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The Ramones Iconic Ramones leather jacket, stage-worn by Dee Dee Ramone from circa 1983 until the band’s retirement in 1996 9191. Dee Dee Ramone Stage-Worn Schott Leather Jacket. Dee Dee Ramone’s personallyowned black leather Schott (418-453-474SM) motorcycle jacket that he wore on stage for over six years as the bass player for the legendary punk band the Ramones. Dee Dee, who has signed the left lapel in silver ink, “Dee Dee Ramone,” obtained this jacket not long after the band’s gear was stolen after a show at the Reseda Country Club on April 24, 1983. The jacket traveled the world with Dee Dee, who wore it exclusively during Ramones concerts until his final show in July 1989. It was then placed in the band’s wardrobe touring case and soon after that was issued to new bassist CJ Ramone, who has signed the right lapel. The jacket, size 40, features snap-down lapels, shoulder epaulets with U.S. Army captain rank pins, zippered sleeve cuffs and side pockets, an attached belt with a rectangle buckle, and a small coin flap pocket. In very good to fine condition, with a partially stiff quality to the leather, likely due to rain or water, holes and wear to the wrist, cuff, and collar areas, and light rusting to the metal accessories; small holes to the lapels and epaulets due to alternating pins and insignias. This jacket can be seen in numerous official Ramones music videos and press photographs from the era, as well as on the front and back covers of the band’s Animal Boy LP, and on the front covers of Halfway to Sanity and Mondo Bizzaro.
Torn jeans. Boating shoes. Shaggy hair. Leather jackets. The simple yet unmistakable style of punk rock heroes The Ramones remains just as iconic and distinctive as their instantly recognizable brand of carefree punk rock. While their fashion was basic, the band members, in particular founder Dee Dee Ramone, were anything but. Dee Dee was a complex figure, the quintessential punk rock bassist, whose aggressive playing style and ability to create catchy, high-energy basslines were signature elements of the Ramones’ sound. And as clothing is wont to do, this leather jacket took on the identity of its wearer. It absorbed Dee Dee’s zeal and rebelliousness during its six years on top, trotting the world to countless stages far and near to the tuneful shout of ‘1-2-3-4!’ Then Dee Dee left, and the jacket was passed, like keys to a Mustang, to the next driver. CJ adopted the jacket as his own, wearing it at his first Ramones live performance and then during numerous tours until the band’s retirement in 1996. The ultimate punk rock museum piece, worn worldwide, and the oldest surviving stage-worn Ramones leather jacket known to exist, too tough to die after almost 800 shows. From the personal punk rock archives of Andrew D Gore. Starting Bid $2500
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“This is the speech I used and brought up with me to the podium at the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame induction” — a one-of-a-kind punk rock relic, direct from the personal archives of the late great Johnny Ramone 9170. Johnny Ramone’s Handwritten Podium Speech from the 2002 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Johnny Ramone’s
original handwritten notes for his acceptance speech when The Ramones were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York, on March 18, 2002. The speech, written in black felt tip on the reverse of one of his personal ‘From the Desk of Johnny Ramone’ 5.5 x 8.5 stationery sheets, reads, in full: “Seymour Stein — Everything he has done for the Ramones / Danny Fields – 1st Manager / Gary KurFirst – Manager for Last 22 Yrs / Eddie Vedder – Great Intro / Friends that Are Here Tonite / My Wife Linda / + Ramone’s Fans – For Making it All Worthwhile / God Bless Pres. Bush, [God Bless] America.” Ramone has signed and dated the front in ballpoint, “3/18/02 – H.O.F Speech, Johnny Ramone.” Includes a signed handwritten letter of authenticity from Johnny Ramone, which reads: “This is the speech I used and brought up with me to the podium at the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame induction on March 18, 2002. It is dated and signed on the reverse side. ‘Gabba Gabba Hey.’” In overall fine condition. Alongside other musical acts like Isaac Hayes, Brenda Lee, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Gene Pitney, Talking Heads, Chet Atkins, and Jim Stewart, the Ramones were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (in their first year of eligibility) on March 18, 2002, roughly 11 months after the death of frontman Joey Ramone. The band was inducted by Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder, a personal friend of Johnny Ramone, who,
in his 17-minute speech, recalled his first Ramones concert as being ‘terribly frightening and totally blissful at the same time,’ and that the band was ‘armed with two-minute songs that they rattled off like machinegun fire…enough to change the Earth’s revolution.’ In 2006, Pearl Jam released their self-titled eighth studio album, which, according to Vedder, featured many songs that were inspired by the 2004 death of Johnny Ramone, whom he described as ‘the guy who turned out to be the best friend I ever had on the planet.’ The lyrics of ‘Life Wasted’ in particular were written after attending Ramone’s funeral. In addition to Vedder, his wife, Linda, and longtime manager and Radioactive Records founder Gary Kurfirst, Johnny Ramone made a point to thank Danny Fields and Seymour Stein, the man who discovered the Ramones and the man who signed them to their first deal with Sire Records. An amazing punk rock keepsake representing the night the Ramones achieved rock and roll immortality. From the personal punk rock archives of Andrew D Gore. Starting Bid $500
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Amazingly intricate “Oranges” artwork by punk rock icon Dee Dee Ramone
9192. Dee Dee Ramone Large Original Painting - ‘Oranges’. Amazing original artwork by punk rock icon Dee Dee Ramone, accomplished in acrylic paint on 30 x 40 stretched canvas, signed along the bottom in black, “Dee Dee Ramone,” and titled in orange, “Oranges.” The incredibly intricate artwork features a central figure wearing jeans and a red jacket—with classic red Converse kicks—surrounded by dozens of boxed words and phrases: “Oranges” recurs repeatedly, while others include “Punk,” “Rock,” “You,” “Me,” “Grrrrr,” “Me Me Just For Me,” “It Belongs To Him,” “The Sunshine,” “The Beach,” “Firebirds,” “GTO Camaro,” “Girls in Bikinis,” and various others. In fine condition. Starting Bid $2500
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Pop art meets punk rock—an original ‘Campbell’s Soup Can’ painting by Dee Dee Ramone
9193. Dee Dee Ramone Large Original Painting - ‘Campbell’s Soup’. Fantastic original artwork by punk rock icon Dee Dee Ramone, accomplished in acrylic paint on 30 x 40 stretched canvas, signed along the bottom in pink, “Dee Dee Ramone.” In a playful take on Andy Warhol’s famous ‘Campbell’s Soup’ images, Dee Dee Ramone paints a large, flat image of a can of “Campbell’s Condensed Tomato Soup.” In fine condition. A unique piece of original artwork that melds pop art with punk rock. Starting Bid $500
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9194. The Ramones Limited Edition 2002 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Poster by Arturo Vega. Rare
limited edition original color 22 x 29.75 poster created by Ramones artistic director Arturo Vega to celebrate the Ramones’ induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2002, featuring their iconic logo in the center. Rolled and in very good condition, with overall wrinkling and rippling. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance, in part: “On March 18, 2002, before the Hall of Fame ceremony, Arturo Vega, had designed and then printed a limited set of super “high-gloss finish” posters for the band members as a keepsake. A small portion was set aside for the Ramones Fan Club, and for the friends and family of the Ramones. This is one of those posters received on the evening of the band’s induction from Arturo Vega. Arturo gifted them to guests (Kirk Hammett, Danny Fields, me, etc) at the loft. The poster features a special expanded version of the iconic Ramones logo created by Arturo for the Hall of Fame commemoration, with Tommy and Marky’s names, but CJ’s omitted, as he was not being inducted.” Starting Bid $200
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One-of-a-kind original painting by Ramones art director Arturo Vega
9195. Arturo Vega Oversized Original Painting - ‘Love 1991’ (Canvas, 50 x 50). One-of-a-kind original painting by Ramones artistic director Arturo Vega,
entitled ‘LOVE 1991,’ measuring approximately 50 x 50 on stretched canvas, signed on the reverse by the artist, “A.V.N.Y., Art. V., Dec. 1991.” The artwork features the word “LOVE” in a square at the center, bordered by the year “1991” on all sides. The lettering is done in a simple, black-and-white, three-dimensional-style typeface, and the interstitial space is filled with solid blocks of black, red, yellow, and blue. In fine condition. Perhaps best known for designing the Ramones’ iconic logo, Arturo Vega executed several series of textual paintings in this style during the early 1990s, including: ‘Insults,’ ‘Love, Life, Lust,’ and ‘Lie, Cheat, Steal.’ Evoking the pop art aesthetic of the likes of Robert Rauschenberg and Edward Ruscha, Vega’s text-paintings are graphically interesting and have been exhibited at several retrospectives. Starting Bid $1000
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Punk Rock Full vintage-signed copy of The Clash’s influential Sandinista!
9198. The Clash Signed Album – Sandinista!. UK vinyl pressing of the 1980 Clash album Sandinista!, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Topper Headon, and Paul Simonon. The consignor notes that the autographs were obtained backstage at the Lyceum Theatre in Sheffield, England, on October 11, 1981. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient. The records are included. Starting Bid $500
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9199. The Clash Signed 45 RPM Record – ‘Remote Control / London’s Burning’. CBS Records UK pressing of the Clash 7˝ single ‘Remote Control / London’s Burning,’ signed on the front cover in pencil, “Joe Strummer, “Paul Simonon,” and “Nicky Headon,” and in brown felt tip, “Mick Jones, (GTR).” Simonon signs for a second time in felt tip. In very good to fine condition, with areas of poor signature contrast, and some small stains to the top. The record is included. Starting Bid $200
9201. Sid Vicious Signature. Rare felt tip signature,
“Sid V,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card with an affixed portrait. In very fine condition. A fittingly bold and elusive punk rock autograph. Starting Bid $200
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9200. Pioneers of Punk Rock: The Clash, Ramones, Talking Heads, and The Heartbreakers 1977 Handbill (Leeds Polytechnic). Extremely rare original 8.25 x 11.75 handbill for a concert by The Clash at Leeds Polytechnic in Leeds,
England, on May 17, 1977, with the reverse advertising a Ramones and Talking Heads concert at the same venue on May 20, 1977, and a show with The Heartbreakers on June 3rd. Both sides feature terrific punk rock collages of the various band members, as well as an image of Queen Elizabeth II with upper text, “God Save the Queen.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. A fantastic original handbill dating to the dawn of punk. Starting Bid $200
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1980s Significant Traveling Wilburys copyright document for “Heading for the Light,” signed by Dylan, Harrison, Petty, and Lynne 9 2 0 4 . Tr a v e l i n g Wilburys Copyright Document for “Heading for the Light” Signed by Dylan, Harrison, Petty, and Lynne. DS, fifteen pages,
8.25 x 11.75, January 1, 1989. Copyright document between Ganga Publishing and the Traveling Wilburys by which the band sells “a certain heretofore unpublished original musical composition, written and/or composed by the Writers, now entitled: Heading for the Light.” The document goes on to outline terms pertaining to rights and the distribution of royalties. Nicely signed at the conclusion in ballpoint by Tom Petty (twice), Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, and Barbara Orbison (on behalf of her deceased husband, Roy Orbison). Additionally includes an ink signature, “Sincerely, Roy Orbison,” on a blue 4.5 x 3.5 album page. In fine condition, with a photograph of the supergroup affixed to the signed page. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Primarily written by George Harrison but credited to all five members of the band, “Heading for the Light” appeared on the rock supergroup’s 1988 debut album Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1. Released as a promo single, the track peaked at number 7 on Billboard’s mainstream rock chart. A superb contract signed by the Mount Rushmore of modern rock, representing one of their most popular songs. Starting Bid $1000
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Fantastic poster for Stevie Ray Vaughan’s 1984 tour of Australia, boasting a mammoth autograph of the legendary guitarist 9205. Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed Poster - Australian ‘Couldn’t Stand the Weather’ Tour. Outstanding original
color 27.5 x 39.5 poster for the Australian leg of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble’s Couldn’t Stand the Weather Tour, prominently signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Clifford, Thanks for a simply class treatment on a tour! All the best in the future! Stevie Ray Vaughan, C/S ‘84.” Vaughan’s signature is large and magnificent, measuring about 9˝ long. Rolled and in fine condition, with light scattered creases. Vaughan performed seven shows in Australia during his wide-ranging world tour, playing at the Melbourne Concert Hall, Adelaide Festival Theatre, Brisbane Festival Hall, and the iconic Sydney Opera House. Starting Bid $200
9206. Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed Backstage Pass – Worcester Centrum (November 8, 1989). Unused backstage sticker ‘Staff’ pass, 3.25 x 4.75, for Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jeff Beck’s ‘Fire Meets the Fury’ tour of North America in 1989, signed on the front in black felt tip by Stevie Ray Vaughan. Collector’s notations to the reverse indicate that the autograph was obtained at the Worcester Centrum in Worcester, Massachusetts, on November 8, 1989. In fine condition, with faint haloing to the signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the previous owner. Starting Bid $200
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Michael Jackson Stunning example of Jackson’s Thriller, one of the greatest albums in music history
9211. Michael Jackson Signed Album – Thriller. Thriller album by Michael Jackson, who has signed prominently on the front cover in black ballpoint. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. A beautiful uninscribed example of Jackson’s landmark album. Released on November 30, 1982, Thriller, in just over a year, became, and currently remains the best-selling album of all time, with sales estimated by various sources as being between 65 and 110 million copies sold worldwide. In 1984, the album won a record-breaking eight Grammy Awards, and in 2003, Thriller was ranked number 20 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, with the National Association of Recording Merchandisers placing the album at number three on its Definitive 200 Album of All Time list. Both the Thriller album, and its synonymous title track, were included in the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry and the National Film Preservation Board’s National Film Registry for being ‘culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.’ Starting Bid $300
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Prince
Stage-worn long-sleeve and slacks outfit from Prince’s Hit N Run Tour 9212. Prince’s Stage-Worn Long-Sleeve Shirt and Slacks from the Hit N Run Tour. Stunning ensemble consisting of a silken long-sleeve top and matching slacks that Prince wore on stage at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan, on April 9, 2015, as part of his Hit N Run Tour. The long-sleeve shirt is dark gray with silver sparkle and the slacks are solid black with wide bell bottoms; both pieces feature designer labels by Arturo Padilla, a master tailor in Los Angeles who Prince routinely commissioned for custom pieces. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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Victorian-style brocade coat worn by Prince to Annabel’s of London 9213. Prince Personally-Worn Victorian Coat. Ex-
quisite Victorian-style brocade coat worn by Prince when he visited the exclusive London private members club Annabel’s. Designed with a lavish black-and-silver Paisley pattern, the large-sized coat features peaked lapels, a single vent, dragon-style buttons to the midsection and cuffs, and a Shrine of Hollywood label to the inner collar. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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Custom-made black vest wore extensively by Prince
9214. Prince PersonallyOwned and -Worn Black Vest by Arturo Padilla.
Prince’s personally-owned and -worn custom black vest that the artist wore extensively during his career. The collared vest, which features its original “Arturo Paditz” label to the inner collar, features peaked lapels, two front pockets, a single clasp and hook to the midsection, and a colorful silk inner lining, which is also present to the front pocket interiors. In fine condition. The “Arturo Paditz” label is very likely Arturo Padilla, a master tailor in Los Angeles who Prince routinely commissioned for custom pieces. Starting Bid $300
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9215. Prince’s Stage-Worn ic! berlin Shades from the 2013 Live Out Loud Tour. Prince’s pair of black ic! berlin
shades that he wore on stage during the 2013 Live Out Loud Tour of North America. Released by ic! berlin as part of a collection inspired by composer Franz Schubert’s 1827 song cycle Winterreise, these uniquely styled ‘Tauschung’ [Deception] model shades, 6˝ x 4˝, feature a perforated front visor and include a custom single temple, which is detached but present. In fine condition. Accompanied by a laminated ‘All Access’ backstage pass for the Live Out Loud Tour, numbered “040,” which features an image of Prince wearing a golden style of these shades and Prince ‘love symbol’ stickers to the front and back. Starting Bid $200
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‘Welcome 2 America’ — Prince’s handwritten critique of today’s media-driven culture: “Go 2 school 2 become a celebrity but don’t b late, b famous”
9223. Prince Handwritten Lyrics for ‘Welcome 2 America’. Handwritten lyrics by Prince for the song ‘Welcome 2
America,’ the title track from his posthumously released 40th studio album, written in pencil and ink on both sides of a yellow 8.5 x 11 sheet of notebook paper, with Prince signing at the conclusion, “P,” and adding a sketch of an American flag with dollar sign stars at the start of the lyrics, which read, in part: “Welcome 2 America, where u can fail at ur job / get fired, rehired and get a seven-hundred billion dollar tip / ‘Come on in, sit right down and fill up ur pockets / Mass media information overload Welcome 2 America / … Hook up later on the [eye] Pad and we can meet at my place Welcome 2… / Today we’d like 2 discuss America’s plan 2 fix the educational system / The pledge of Allegiance will now read as follows / ‘[eye] pledge allegiance 2 the Earth of the United States of the Universe, Welcome 2… / There is no arguing with ‘the Book’ — When am I gonna learn something new? / Who’s gonna teach it 2 me? U? / … America can provide many opportunities 4 the young female who wishes 2 work 4 the state 4 her own advancement up from the underclass 2 become one / Welcome 2…/ Go 2 school 2 become a celebrity but don’t b late, b famous / and everybody and their Mama got a Sex Tape / Welcome 2.” In fine condition. An amazing example of handwritten song lyrics from Prince, whose perceptive thoughts and words ring as true today as they did in 2010. Starting Bid $1000
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9224. New Power Generation Hand-Painted Art Fabric.
Gorgeous hand-painted New Power Generation fabric, 44 x 32, featuring a brilliant ‘pop art’ design of vibrant color and images of NPG band members. The fabric was created by an unknown studio commissioned by the PRN wardrobe department, which intended to use the piece as part of the ever-growing NPG wardrobe. The final result proved so impressive that Prince kept the fabric for himself and his then-girlfriend and future wife, Mayte Garcia, the fabric’s most prominent and beautiful subject. Included with the fabric are five original color glossy candid photos of the studio members hard at work creating the fabric. The photos are dated to March and April of 1993. In fine condition. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $300
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Rare signed copy of Prince’s first solo single, ‘Soft and Wet’
9226. Prince Signed 45 RPM Record - ‘Soft and Wet’ - His First Solo Single. Warner Bros. 45 RPM record of
Prince’s first solo single ‘Soft and Wet / So Blue,’ signed and inscribed on the label in black ballpoint, “To Sharon, love, Prince.” In fine condition, with scratches to the vinyl and adhesive remnants to the B-side label. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and JSA. ‘Soft and Wet’ was Prince’s first solo single, released on June 7, 1978—his 20th birthday—from his debut album, For You. The song peaked at 92 on the Billboard Hot 100 on November 25, 1978, after two weeks on the chart. A stunning, early piece of Prince history. Starting Bid $500
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Scarce signed picture sleeve for Prince’s hit single ‘1999’
9225. Prince Signed 45 RPM Picture Sleeve - ‘1999’. Sought-
after picture sleeve for the Warner Bros. 45 RPM single ‘1999 / How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore,’ signed on the front in black ballpoint, “Love God, Prince.” In very good to fine condition, with light edge creasing. The record is not included. The title track from Prince’s 1982 album, ‘1999’ was released as a single on September 28, 1982, originally peaking at number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100; a mid-1983 re-release later reached number 12 in the United States. Starting Bid $300
9227. Prince and the NPG ‘Puple Rain’ Tambourine Used During ‘Nude Tour’ Rehearsals. One of Prince’s
‘signature’ tambourines that goes back to his Purple Rain period—an appealing dark purple double-row tambourine with a 10˝ open head used by Prince and the New Power Generation during rehearsals for the 1990 Nude Tour. In fine condition, with some wear from use. Originates from the collection of Prince publicist/manager Jill Willis, who notes that the tambourine was “used and left onstage—I was doing some work at Paisley (visiting from New York) when Prince and the NPG were rehearsing for the Nude Tour in 1990. After the rehearsals had ended, I was talking to one of the employees in the soundstage and spotted the tambourine lying on the edge of the stage. I asked one of the band’s techs if I could have it—or have a different one—and he said to take ‘that one’ if I wanted it.” Starting Bid $200
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9228. Prince 1990 Glam Slam ‘The Shining Costume Party’ Halloween Poster. Rare original orange 8.5 x 13
poster for “The Shining Costume Party” held at Prince’s Glam Slam nightclub in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Halloween, October 31, 1990, listing a $500 prize for best costume, and featuring three ‘love symbols,’ a pair of axes with the text “The Shining,” and the club’s address to the lower portion. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a couple of staple holes. Starting Bid $200
9229. Prince (2) Rare 1999 Tour Concert Posters. Two ultra-rare color
Prince concert posters, which were sold exclusively during Prince’s 1999 Tour from November 1982 to April 1983; both early PRN Productions posters were purchased at Prince’s performance in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on November 11, 1982. The first poster, 26.25 x 26.5, shows Prince naked on a bed, wearing only black gloves and a strategically placed bedsheet. The second poster, 26.5 x 30.75, portrays Prince wearing a purple jacket, black shirt, and red pants, with two windows in the background: one depicting clouds in the daytime, the other the moon and stars at night. Both are rolled and in overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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“I lost Vanity’s number...Please call me at Paisley”—answering machine tape with two Prince messages
9230. Prince Voice Messages on Answering Machine Tape. Answering machine cassette tape containing two voice messages from Prince, with B side annotated in felt tip: “12/14/88 P. Mess.” The tape’s contents have been transferred to a digital audio disc. The Prince messages: “Karen, can you have Ashley bring by food? When it’s ready, she can just leave it in the kitchen. Thanks,” and “Karen, I lost Vanity’s number. I (inaudible…). Please call me at Paisley.” In fine condition. From the collection of Prince’s former assistant and accompanied by a letter of provenance. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
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9231. Prince 1978 ‘For You’ Warner Bros. Records Promotional Poster. Rare color 23.25 x 35 Warner Bros.
Records promotional poster associated with the release of Prince’s 1978 debut album For You, featuring the bare-chested Prince wearing an unzipped leather jacket, with text to the top and bottom reading “Prince, For You” and “On Warner Bros. Records and Tapes.” This copy of the poster was received (but never displayed) by a record store in St. Paul, Minnesota. Rolled and in fine condition, with vibrant colors and the corners pristine and free of any pin holes or tape residue. This rare item has been carefully preserved for the past 40+ years by an early Minneapolis-based collector. Starting Bid $200
9232. Prince ‘3 Chains o’ Gold’ Replica Necklace (Official Merchandise). Scarce official merchandise from Paisley Park: a
large replica of the necklace worn by Prince in the video ‘3 Chains o’ Gold,’ with the large gold-tone ‘Love Symbol’ pendant measuring 6.5˝ by 8˝, housed in its original box. In fine condition. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
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9233. Prince Final Wardrobe Mock-up Swatches for LoveSexy ‘Mozart’ Outfit (3). Group of three
Paisley Park wardrobe department final mock-up samples of the black-and-white fabric used to create Prince’s one-of-akind ‘Mozart’ outfit worn during the 1988 Lovesexy Tour, all measuring about 18˝ x 4.5˝. The wildly-styled design features elaborate, swirling white lines interspersed with floral blooms. Prince would wear the famous ‘Mozart’ costume during the Lovesexy Tour and it can be seen at 4 min. 08 sec. in the 1988 BBC ‘Behind the Beat’ special video filmed at Paisley Park Wardrobe. In overall fine condition, with irregularly cut edges. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
9235. Prince Limited Edition Paisley Park Chain Hat (Large) (Official Merchandise). Scarce and sought-after limited edition replica Prince military-style hat (size large), with chains hanging from the brim and metal symbol on the front, like the one he made famous in the ‘My Name is Prince’ video, released through Paisley Park in 2018. Inside the hat is a Prince Estate label, numbered 40/200. Complete with its original box. The hat is brand new, with the golden chains still in their original packaging. In very fine condition. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
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Guitar specifications: - All hard rock maple neck-though-body construction - 24 3/4” scale length - 12” fretboard radius - 13 degree headstock angle - 3.5 degree neck to body angle EMG active pickups, powered by a 9V battery in the control cavity, with an 81 humbucker in the bridge position, a SA single-coil in the neck - Schaller M6 tuners - Schaller 457 bridge - Brass nut - Master volume, master tone and pickup selector switch
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Rusan Original electric guitar, hand-crafted by the luthier that built Prince’s original ‘Cloud’ 9239. Prince: Custom Handbuilt Cloud Electric Guitar by David Rusan. Beautiful tennis ball green Rusan
Original electric guitar, hand-crafted by Minnesota luthier Dave Rusan, who built Prince’s original, iconic ‘Cloud’ guitar for the Purple Rain movie. Hand-carved by Rusan in his Bloomington, MN shop, the Rusan Original is built to exactly the same specifications as Prince’s original ‘Cloud’ guitar. The back of the headstock is signed in gold ink by Rusan, “David Rusan #32.” The guitar is brand new, never used, and housed in a custom-made bubblegum pink flight case by Encore Cases. Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity from Rusan Guitarworks, and an image of Dave Rusan holding the guitar. Luthier Dave Rusan was working at Knut-Koupée Music, a store owned by local guitarist Jeff Hill, when he was asked to create the iconic Cloud guitar in 1983. Prince, a regular
customer at the South Minneapolis shop, was talking with Hill at the counter when Rusan arrived for work. Prince and Hill moved to the back office, and after some time, the latter returned with exciting news for Rusan: ‘Prince is going to make a movie. He needs a guitar, and you’re going to make it.’ The requested Purple Rain guitar was to feature a design inspired by the bass owned by Prince’s childhood friend and former bass player, André Cymone. Other than the body style, Rusan was told that the guitar ‘had to be white, and it had to have gold hardware.’ In the end, Rusan made four Cloud-style guitars for Prince in the mid 1980s, the last of which was for a contest giveaway sponsored by Warner Bros. in 1985. Since that time, Rusan has continued the tradition with his line of Rusan Originals—meticulously crafted instruments modeled after Prince’s iconic Purple Rain guitar. Starting Bid $500
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9238. Prince: 21 Nights - The Official Prince Opus (Rare, Limited Edition Oversized Book with iPod). Rare, oversized art book: 21 Nights - The
Official Prince Opus. First edition, strictly limited to 950 copies worldwide. Published by the Opus Media Group, 2009. Hardcover bound in purple leather with applied metal ‘Love Symbol’ emblem, 18.5 x 13.5, over 200 pages, featuring a fascinating photographic essay of Prince’s 2007 ‘21 Nights’ residency at the O2 Arena in London, captured by Randee St. Nicholas. Housed in a cloth-covered clamshell traycase, the book is accompanied by a special iPod Touch containing a 40 minute movie made by Prince with a compilation of raw, live, and after-show songs. In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original shipping box, featuring Prince’s ‘Love Symbol’ emblem on the side. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $300
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9240. Prince’s NPG Love Symbol Pin. Prince’s personally-owned silvertone ‘Love Symbol’ pin with “Prince & The NPG” at the head, 2” tall, with clutch clasp at rear center. In very good to fine condition, with scuffing to the finish. Consignor notes that this was acquired from a PRN employee working in the wardrobe department. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
9241. Prince’s Personally-Owned and -Worn Cross and Chain. Prince’s
personally-owned and -worn gold-tone cross necklace from circa 1986, suspended from a thin linked golden chain. The cross measures approximately 1.25˝ x 2˝. In fine condition. A highly desirable piece of Prince’s personal jewelry, like that seen on the back cover of the Parade album. Consignor notes that this cross necklace was acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $300
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9242. Prince’s Purple Rain Cufflinks (Black and Red). Stunning pair of ornamental cufflinks worn by Prince during
the Purple Rain era, each measuring 1” x 1.25”, featuring large central black jewels encircled by red faux gems, set upon goldcolored bases, retaining their posts and toggles. Removed prior to laundering, these cufflinks closely resemble the style found on Prince’s iconic white ruffled shirt as seen in photographs from the Purple Rain Tour. In overall fine condition. Consignor notes that these were acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
9245. Prince’s Purple Rain Cufflinks (Silver and Gold). Attractive pair of ornamental cufflinks worn by Prince during
the Purple Rain era, each measuring 1” x 1.25”, featuring large central silvery jewels encircled by yellow-gold faux gems, set upon gold-colored bases, retaining their posts and toggles. Removed prior to laundering, these cufflinks closely resemble the style found on Prince’s iconic white ruffled shirt as seen in photographs from the Purple Rain Tour. In overall fine condition. Consignor notes that these were acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
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9246. Prince’s Purple Rain Purple Lace Gloves. Prince’s personally-worn fingerless purple lace gloves from the Purple Rain era, featuring frilled elastic cuffs and cut fingers—an iconoclastic fashion statement that also granted greater dexterity for guitar playing. In fine condition, with some scattered staining and light wear from use.
Consignor notes that these were acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
Stage-worn boot charms from Prince’s 1988 Lovesexy Tour 9247. Prince’s Stage-Worn Boot Charms (5) from the Lovesexy Tour. Fantastic group of Prince’s stage-worn goldtone jewelry charms from the 1988 Lovesexy Tour, all used to decorate his boots during the tour. Includes: four peace symbol charms, each measuring 1.25˝ in diameter; and a 1.5˝-long ‘Love Symbol’ charms. In overall fine condition, with wear to the finish of the ‘Love Symbol’ charm.
Consignor notes that these were acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
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9248. Prince’s Stage-Worn Pairs of Pearl Earrings (2) from the Purple Rain Tour. Two pairs of Prince’s personallyowned, stage-worn costume pearl earrings from the later half of the iconic 1984–85 Purple Rain Tour, featuring large faux pearls set on golden pins. One pair is complete with gold-tone clutch backings. In fine condition, with minimal scuffing to one of the pearls.
Consignor notes that these were acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
9249. Prince’s Stage-Worn Waist Chain from the Parade Tour. Prince’s personally-owned metallic gold-tone waist
chain belt worn on stage during the 1986 Parade Tour, measuring 30˝ long unclasped, with an elegant flat chain-link design. In fine condition. Famed for his electrifying showmanship, Prince would often toss these waist chains into the roaring crowds during his Parade performances—as such, the wardrobe department began ordering gold-tone chains, rather than pure gold ones. Consignor notes that this was acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $300
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Nirvana Details magazine cover signed by Nirvana’s “Kurt,” “Krist,” and “David” — published a month after the release of In Utero 9284. Nirvana Signed ‘Details’ Magazine Cover (November 1993). Details
magazine cover from November 1993, 8.25 x 10.75, featuring an Anton Corbijn photograph of Nirvana band members Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl with cover story text “Finding Nirvana,” signed in felt tip, “Kurt,” “Krist,” and “David.” In very good condition, with overall rippling from onetime moisture exposure, and poor contrast to Kurt’s signature against his crotch. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Over the course of two days in July 1993, Anton Corbijn photographed Nirvana for the November 1993 issue of Details magazine and for a run of DGC Records promotional photos. The following month Corbijn was chosen to direct the music video for ‘Heart-Shaped Box.’ 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. A rare and highly displayable keepsake from grunge rock’s most identifiable band. Starting Bid $500
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1990s and Beyond
9286. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Original set of the first (10) induction dinner programs. Rare set of original programs
for the first 10 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction dinners, each approximately 8.5 x 12.25, covering events held from 1986 to 1995, which features a large array of inductees, including Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, Elvis Presley, Marvin Gaye, B.B. King, Hank Williams, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, and many more. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by sundry press releases and material related to the dinners, opening festivities, and the museum itself, with several packets focused on the 1993 groundbreaking opening ceremony. A full list of inductees can be found in our online description. Starting Bid $200
9287. Amy Winehouse Signed Program. Fantastic program from the 2004 Brecon Jazz Festival in Wales, 46 pages, 5.75 x 8.25, signed and inscribed inside in black ballpoint. “Amy Christopher—all my [love], Amy, x,” with Winehouse sketching a heart within the inscription. Winehouse performed at Watton Marquee on August 14, 2004. In fine condition, with creasing to the covers. A desirable, early autograph from Winehouse, who had not yet achieved international fame. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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9032. Beatles Original Photographic Print by Dezo Hoffmann Starting Bid $200
9033. Beatles 1962 Cavern Club Concert Promo Card Starting Bid $200
9034. Beatles 1963 Parlophone Records Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9035. Beatles 1963 Parlophone Records Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9036. Beatles 1963 Cavern Club Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9037. Beatles 1964 Cavern Club Christmas Card Starting Bid $200
9038. Beatles 1963 Fan Club Card with Facsimile Signatures Starting Bid $200
9039. Beatles 1966 Odeon/EMI Records Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9040. Beatles Photograph by Bruce McBroom – their penultimate photo sho... Starting Bid $200
9041. Beatles Original Photograph by Graham Spencer (December 15, 1962) Starting Bid $200
9042. Beatles Publicity Photograph - performing 'Hey Jude’ at Twickenha... Starting Bid $200
9043. Beatles Original 'Fan and Merchandise' Photograph by Dezo Hoffman... Starting Bid $200
9045. Freda Kelly Autograph 9046. Mike McCartney and Letter Signed to Brian The Scaffold Signed 45 RPM Epstein's NEMS Enter... Record Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
9047. Ringo Starr Signed 'Let It Be' Book Page Starting Bid $200
9044. Official Beatles Fan Club Flyer (1963) – announcing the launch of... Starting Bid $200
9054. Bob Dylan 1968 Eye Magazine Poster 'Musical Roots and Branches' Starting Bid $100
9055. Bob Dylan and Joan Baez (2) Contact Sheets – London, April 1965 Starting Bid $200
9064. Jimi Hendrix Experience 1968 Seattle Center Coliseum Handbill Starting Bid $100
9065. Jimi Hendrix Experience 1968 Fillmore East Poster Starting Bid $100
9066. Jimi Hendrix
9067. Jimi Hendrix
Photograph by Linda McCartney
Photograph by Linda McCartney
9068. Jimi Hendrix Photograph by Jim Marshall Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
9069. Jimi Hendrix Experience 1967 Track Records Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9070. Jimi Hendrix Experience 1967 Polydor Records Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9076. Rolling Stones (5) Tower Ballroom Advance Tickets (1964) – From t... Starting Bid $200
9077. Rolling Stones and
9084. The Who: Pete Townshend and Keith Moon Original Photograph by Rob... Starting Bid $200
Lynyrd Skynyrd 1976 Knebworth Fair Program Starting Bid $200
9087. Jerry Garcia Signed 'Stonehenge Limited' Necktie – 'Riptide' Starting Bid $200
9096. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters Signed Electric Guitar with Airbrushed '... Starting Bid $200
9107. Freddie Mercury Personally-Owned Irish Linen Tablecloth by Thomas... Starting Bid $200
9108. Freddie Mercury Personally Owned Artraco Table Napkin Starting Bid $200
9112. Ida Cox and the Darktown Scandals Original 1937 Concert Poster Starting Bid $200
9117. Elvis Presley Signature Starting Bid $200
9118. Elvis Presley Original Photograph by Terry O’Neill Starting Bid $200
9119. Elvis Presley Original Photograph by Terry O’Neill Starting Bid $200
9120. Elvis Presley 1977 Post-Mortem Concert Ticket Starting Bid $100
9121. Elvis Presley 1973 Concert Handbill (Las Vegas, Hilton Hotel) Starting Bid $200
9124. Chuck Berry Signature Starting Bid $200
9125. Chuck Berry and the Moody Blues 1965 Fairfield Halls (Croydon) Ha... Starting Bid $200
9134. Johnny Cash 1968 Granada Walthamstow Handbill Starting Bid $200
9136. Blind Faith 1969 Press Kit Folder Starting Bid $200
9137. The Byrds Signed Album – Turn! Turn! Turn! Starting Bid $200
9138. Danceland Ballroom Hand-Painted 1960s Concert Poster by Andy Jenn... Starting Bid $200
9139. Spencer Davis Group Signed Promo Card Starting Bid $200
9140. Incredible String Band 1969 Fairfield Hall (Croydon) Handbill Starting Bid $200
9141. The Kinks 1968 Adelphi Theatre (Slough) Handbill Starting Bid $200
9142. Manfred Mann Signatures Starting Bid $200
9143. Monterey International Pop Festival Original Business Card Starting Bid $200
9144. Van Morrison Signed Album – Astral Weeks Starting Bid $200
9145. Roy Orbison Signature Starting Bid $200
9146. Otis Redding 1967 Fairfield Halls (Croydon) Handbill Starting Bid $200
9147. Dusty Springfield Signature Starting Bid $200
9148. Gene Vincent Signature Starting Bid $200
9149. Woodstock Three-Day Admission Ticket – PSA GEM MT 10 Starting Bid $200
9150. Yardbirds 'Heart Full of Soul' Album with Limited Edition Signed ... Starting Bid $200
9151. The Zombies, The Searchers, Dionne Warwick, and the Isley Brother... Starting Bid $200
9159. Badfinger and Status Quo 1974 Concert Handbill (University of Wis... Starting Bid $200
9160. Doobie Brothers Signed Pickguard Starting Bid $200
9161. Electric Light Orchestra Signed Album – A New World Record Starting Bid $200
9162. Free 1970 Concert Handbill (Truro City Hall) Starting Bid $200
9163. Genesis Signed Promotional Album – Abacab Starting Bid $200
9164. Genesis Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
9165. Genesis (3) Signed Christmas Cards Starting Bid $200
9166. Mott the Hoople Signed Album - All the Young Dudes Starting Bid $200
9167. Graham Nash Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
9168. Graham Nash Signed Check Starting Bid $200
9169. Tom Petty Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
9171. Johnny Ramone Signed Hand-Crafted 'Killin' Time' Wall Clock Starting Bid $200
9172. Johnny Ramone Signed Miniature Baseball and Baseball Bat Starting Bid $200
9173. Ramones Bootleg VHS Tape – 'Ramones Tokyo - 1991' Starting Bid $200
9174. Johnny Ramone: Andy Gore (2) T-Shirts Starting Bid $200
9175. Johnny Ramone Signed Photograph with Ramones 1985 Handbill (Unive... Starting Bid $200
9176. Ramones 'Mondo Bizarro' Promotional Card Starting Bid $200
9177. Ramones: Johnny, CJ, and Marky Ramone (3) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
9178. Ramones Signed Italian Concert Poster (Florence, 1993) Starting Bid $200
9179. Punk Rock (6) Early Band Mini Posters – including Sonic Youth and... Starting Bid $200
9180. Ramones 'Brain Drain' 9181. Ramones 'Weird Tales Promotional Poster of the Ramones' Starting Bid $200 Compilation Box Set Poster Starting Bid $200
9182. Ramones and White Zombie Limited Edition Print by Mark Matcho Starting Bid $200
9196. Joey Ramone 2004 Birthday Bash Promotional Cap Starting Bid $200
9197. Ramones Starting Bid $200
9202. GG Allin: Murder Junkies Merch Display Starting Bid $200
9203. Sex Pistols Original 1976 EMI Records Poster for 'Anarchy in the ... Starting Bid $200
9207. Devo Original 'Energy Dome' Stained Glass Hanging Artwork by Andr... Starting Bid $200
9208. INXS Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
9209. KISS: Ace Frehley Signed Electric Guitar with Airbrushed 'Space A... Starting Bid $200
9210. R.E.M. Signed CD Booklet – Murmur Starting Bid $200
9216. Prince's Personal Backstage Passes (2) for the 57th Annual Grammy... Starting Bid $200
9217. Prince's Personal Backstage Pass for the 2013 Billboard Music Awa... Starting Bid $200
9218. Prince's Rehearsal DVD for the 2013 Billboard Music Awards Starting Bid $200
9219. Prince Original 2014 Hit and Run Tour Part II Program (Europe) Starting Bid $200
9220. Prince Rogers Nelson Original Memorial Program – Jehovah's Witnes... Starting Bid $200
9250. T. C. Ellis 'Pussycat' Test Pressing Starting Bid $200
9251. Prince's (3) Personally-Used Guitar Picks Starting Bid $200
9252. Prince (5) Rare Paisley Park Items Starting Bid $200
9253. Prince (9) Rare Candid Public Photographs Starting Bid $200
9254. Prince (6) Original Candid Concert Photographs Starting Bid $200
9257. Prince and Sheila E. 9258. Prince Collection of (2) Purple Rain Tour Candid (21) Original Candid Concert Photographs Photographs Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
9255. Prince (4) Rare Glam Slam Nightclub Items Starting Bid $200
9256. Prince (2) Draft Scripts for Purple Rain and Graffiti Bridge Starting Bid $200
9259. Prince (4) Original Concert Photographs – Bloomington, Minnesota,... Starting Bid $200
9260. Prince Collection of (13) '2017 Celebration' Paisley Park Merchan... Starting Bid $200
9261. Prince (6) Sealed Albums Starting Bid $200
9262. Prince (2) PRN Crew Event Shirts Starting Bid $200
9263. Prince (2) Pairs of 'Diamonds and Pearls' Cufflinks Starting Bid $200
9264. Prince 'Love Symbol' Lapel Pin and (12) Guitar Picks Starting Bid $200
9265. Prince 'Love Symbol' Leather Messenger Bag Starting Bid $200
9266. Prince 1999 Warner Bros. Press Release Starting Bid $100
9267. Prince (4) Oversized Calendars Starting Bid $100
9268. Prince 'Get Wild' Perfume Starting Bid $100
9269. Prince (7) Backstage Tour/Staff Passes Starting Bid $100
9270. Prince 1978 'For You' Promotional School Book Cover Starting Bid $200
9271. Prince Paisley Park 2016 NPG Tamborine Replica (Official Merchand... Starting Bid $200
9272. Prince Paisley Park Archives: Celebration 2017 (Exhibition Series... Starting Bid $200
9275. Prince Paisley Park 9276. Prince The Gold 9277. Prince The Gold Classic Tamboracca Replica Experience Promo Keychain Experience Promo Keychain (Official Merchand... by Arthus-Bertrand by Arthus-Bertrand Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
9278. Prince: Paisley Park Studios Ephemera Starting Bid $200
9279. Prince: Well Known and Unseen Pictures from the Rob Verhorst Arch... Starting Bid $200
9280. Prince's Stage-Used Handkerchiefs (4) Starting Bid $200
9281. Prince's Stage-Used Holographic 'Love Symbol' Guitar Pick Starting Bid $200
9283. Wendy and Lisa (5) Photographs (One Signed, Three Unreleased) Starting Bid $200
9288. Melvins: Seth Monsterman's Baby Monstrosites Limited Edition Seri... Starting Bid $200
9289. Everly Brothers Signatures Starting Bid $200
9290. Peter Gabriel Signed Album – Self-Titled Debut Starting Bid $200
9291. Fleer 1968 'Ban Haircuts' Electric Blacklight Poster Starting Bid $200
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”). This Agreement contains important provisions that control rights and liabilities, and specifically has provisions governing how disputes are handled as well as LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY that can be imposed upon RR Auction, WAIVER OF JURY and ARBITRATION PROVISIONS. This acknowledgement is a material term of these Conditions of Sale and of the consideration under which RR Auction agrees to these terms. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. 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 on its website, and/or 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.
Section 1 The Parties1.1 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. 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. 1.2 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 or legal guardian’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 and agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale in addition to company for whom the Bidder is acting By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. Section 2 Bidding Privileges
2.1 In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established an account 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. Privileges will be granted at the sole 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 a cash deposit 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. 2.2 Bidder providing any false or misleading information provided in connection with the registration shall be a material breach of the Conditions of Sale and in addition to any other remedies at law shall excuse RR Auction from performance under these Conditions of Sale, including the right to any refund. 2.2 Bidding privileges may be revoked without notice, for any reason, at the sole discretion of RR Auction . Section 3 Buyer’s Premium 3.1 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed and live Auctions. . 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 earlier. Bidder’s failure to pay any payment in full when due required shall constitute a material breach, and in addition to other damages available under contract or law, at RR Auction’s election, RR Auction may cancel the sale and require full premium still be due along with interest at 1.5% per month from the date of breach, or at the maximum legally allowable rate. Section 4 Bidding 4.1 Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s) and independent investigation, rather than the any reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere. Bidder affirms that it regards any statements made by RR Auction concerning the item as solely opinion and that Bidder is making its own inspection and independent evaluation of the goods, and is not relying upon any description or statements by RR Auction (including as to quality, authenticity, provenance, ownership, liens existing, on goods legality, or value) in making its determination to bid on or purchase an item. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT UNDER APPLICABLE LAW. 4.2 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 reoffering 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. 4.3 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. 4.4 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 and Bidder has fully satisfied any outstanding financial obligations to RR Auction (including as it concerns aby other lots). RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder. 4.5 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 upon the earlier of shipment to Bidder or in Bidder’s possession. 4.6 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 fur-
ther grants RR Auction a lien consisting of a senior security interest (or purchase money security interest to the extent applicable) in such sums or items to the fullest extent applicable, authorizes RR Auction to file documents concerning the interest, and Bidder agrees to execute any further 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 fees and expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. 4.7 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. 4.8 RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. Section 5 Bidding Options 5.1 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. 5.2 When identical 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. 5.3 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. 5.4 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. Section 6 Payment 6.1 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 responsibility (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 sixty (60) 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. 6.2 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. 6.3 All sales for total invoices greater than $1,000 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.
6.4 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. 6.5 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. 6.7 If RR Auction refers any unpaid invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay and shall be liable for RR Auction’s attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction in addition to the invoice amount and interest the greater of 1.5% per month or at the maximum legally allowable rate from date of invoice to collection. 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. 6.8 RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder (as well as to the extent it is a consignor any other monies owed or due to 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. 6.9 All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. RR Auction clients with an invoice totaling $1,000 or under will have the option to pay by VISA, Mastercard, Discover or Paypal. All Paypal payments must be sent to FinanceDepartment@ rrauction.com. Authorize.net, a third-party service provider contracted by RR Auction for processing on-line payments, charges a nonrefundable service fee of 3%, which will be added to your final invoice should you pay by credit/debit card. Section 7 Sales Tax RR Auction is a remote seller and we are now required to collect Sales/Use Tax from our bidders. The states that we have nexus in we will be required to collect and remit sales tax on your behalf. Each state has different requirements to meet nexus. When RR Auction has achieved a certain monetary and/or invoice threshold in each state we will apply sales tax to your total invoice. The states that are affected are: ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NEVADA, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH CAROLINA, OHIO, OKLAHOMA, PENNSYLVANIA,RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON, WISCONSIN If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases. The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%. If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax. Section 8 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges Bidder is liable for shipping and handling and providing accurate information as to shipping or delivery locations and arranging for such. 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. Section 9 Title Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices of Bidder (including those pertaining to the item(s) at issue) and amounts owed to RR Auction 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. Section 10 Rights Reserved RR Auction reserves the right, at any time before, during or after an auction has ended to: withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, cancel any bid, 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, cancellation, or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone at any time. Section 11 Conducting the Auction 11.1 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. 11.2 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 Auctions 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. 11.3 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. RR Auction may execute bids consecutively or otherwise up to one bid increment below the reserve. 11.4 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. 11.5 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) 732-4280. 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). 11.6 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. 11.7 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. 11.8 Maximum Bids In 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. 11.9 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. 11.10 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. 11.11 Bidding in 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. 11.12 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. During live internet or live auction, 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 or bids (successively or otherwise) 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. All auctions for lots are with reserve unless specifically stated otherwise. 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. 11.13 Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale 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 ”donot-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. 11.14 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. Section 12 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 material breach or 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 subpart (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 Bidder’s property in RR Auction’s possession or to which title has not yet passed to 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. Section 13 Warranties
13.1 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, trademark, or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) related to the item, or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. 13.2 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. 13.3 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. 13.4 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 “AC”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The AC inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the AC and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. Section 14 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. Section 15 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 Bidder and by an authorized officer of RR Auction 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. Section 16 Bidder’s Remedies 16.1 Except as stated expressly herein, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy related to or pertaining to items it bids upon, views, or purchases from RR Auction, and any claims by Bidder related to authenticity, ownership, condition, title or value, shall be against Consignor only. 16.2 This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder as against
RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, officers, managers, employees or agents), or in any way arising out of, related to, or in connection with these Conditions of Sale, , and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. Time is of the essence with respect to these procedures. 16.3 Title to Items 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, satisfactory to 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 may 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 (if any made), RR Auction may disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and may assign to Bidder all or some of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and/or assignment, all responsibility and liability of RR Auction, if any, with respect to said lot or item shall automatically terminate related to or arising from these Conditions of Sale or such transaction operating as a complete waiver and general release by Bidder as to RR Auction and its agents, contractors, and affiliates, as to any and all claims concerning or related to the item, if any . RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction by 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. 16.4 Authenticity Challenge Process (1) If Bidder wishes to dispute or challenge the Authenticity of the lot or item (including asserting that it is incorrect), Bidder must adhere to the following procedure: Within 30 days of the Auction Date, Bidder must present written evidence to RR Auction, that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field (and one recognized by RR Auction within its discretion) and send the physical item or lot at issue to RR Auction along with all evidence relied upon by Bidder for contesting the Authenticity. (“Authenticity Challenge Process”) “Authenticity” shall mean a gross discrepancy in the between the description, genuiness, or attribution of the item as represented by RR Auction in the Catalog or at the auction, and the item. If RR Auction concurs that the lot is not Authentic as was represented (it is sole discretion), Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, agents, employees, and contractors) shall be a refund of the purchase price of the subject item paid by Bidder, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable by Bidder. If RR Auction does not agree with the assertion by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Strict adherence to the Authenticity Challenge Process is a condition of standing for Bidder to initiate suit or claim. (2) So long as Bidder has complied with the Authenticity Challenge Process, any claim, suit or action, by Bidder concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity, or related to the authenticity of the item must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Auction Date and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. 16.5 Other Issues. Any dispute or claim by Bidder against RR Auction (or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors)) other than Authenticity, concerning any item or lot bid upon, or purchased, including value, title, condition, bidding process, or description must be asserted (if at all) in the following manner: (1) If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially or grossly incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), or there is any other gross material issue pertaining to the item or lot, the item or lot may be returned 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 with explanation in writing.. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and a certificate of auction, then the description in the certificate of auction (“Lot Challenge Process”). 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 within the period of time stated herein or not materially or grossly in deviation from the description. Such a refund is subject to RR Auction’s sole discretionary review, and any request for refund must be made concurrently with returning the physical item or lot to RR Auction. Any item not returned within said frame will constitute acceptance of the item and a waiver and release of any and all claims by Bidder pertaining to the item other than with respect to authenticity; and (2) Provided that the Bidder has engaged in the Lot Challenge Process, any
claim concerning such must be brought no later than one (1) year of the Auction Date for the item or lot at issue and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED OR PROVIDED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND BIDDERS OR AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH SHALL BE A COMPLETE DEFENSE TO ANY CLAIMS BY BIDDER RELATED TO THE CONDITIONS OF SALE, ANY AUCTION OR BID. 16.6 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. For any and all claims by Bidder arising out of or related to this Agreement, Bidder’s viewing, bid, or purchase of items, or any agreement between the Parties, or otherwise, Bidder agrees that to the fullest extent such can be limited under the law, Bidder shall have no right to recover and hereby waives any and all rights to recover from against RR Auction or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors, consequential or indirect damages, lost profits damages, punitive, exemplary, statutory (or multiplier damages), physical or emotional distress damages, general or special damages of any kind (beyond amounts actually paid by Bidder for item(s) at issue), and in the event of recovery of any damages whatsoever, such shall be limited by the amounts actually paid by Bidder to RR Auction for the item(s) at issue in such claim, or if no money was paid to RR Auction by Bidder for items at issue, or there items are at issue, the amount of $150.00. Section 17 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. Section 18 Headings Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Section 19 Entire Agreement Except to the extent Bidder is also a consignor (in which case the terms of the consignment agreement shall also govern), these Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the Parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the auction 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 or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction, the remaining parts of the agreement and remainder of the sections or terms and provisions of the section and all sections shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Section 20 Governing Law and Enforcement 20.1 The Parties agree that all 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. 20.2 The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, any other related agreement(s), along with all claims between the Parties, including those arising out of or related to such are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute between the Parties, including but not limited to those 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 Boston, Massachusetts, unless the Consumer Arbitration Rules apply, in which case, such rules and venue will govern. 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 also recover all of its related fees and costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, if RR Auction prevails, such recovery, in addition to all remedies available at agreement or law, shall include the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. Federal arbitration law, including the Federal Arbitration Act apply to this agreement to arbitrate and its related provisions. The arbitration and all related proceedings shall be held strictly confidential and all documents and discovery shall be held confidential and not used, published or disclosed publically or to anyone outside the Parties or expert consultants or counsel who shall agree to hold such confidential.
(along with its officers, directors, agents, contractors, and affiliates) from and against any and all claims, costs, fees, damages, and liabilities arising out of or related to these Conditions of Sale, view of items, or lots, bidding, or participation in any auction by RR Auction, and/or or in any way connected to any item you viewed, bid upon or purchased through RR Auction.
20.3 The Parties consent to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as exclusive jurisdiction and venue for all claims between the Parties except as provided specifically herein and may seek confirmation of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in any Court of competent jurisdiction, including the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. To the extent such is necessary under the law, RR Auction may enforce the Arbitration award against Bidder and any related Party in any court of competent jurisdiction. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as RR Auction consenting to jurisdiction or venue in any location outside of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
For Residents of California:
THE PARTIES MAY NOT BRING CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OTHER AS A CLASS OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLAIMED CLASS, OR IN A REPRESENTATIVE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED, THE CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OF THE OTHER CANNOT BE CONSOLIDATED OR JOINED WITH MORE THAN ONE ADDITIONAL PERSON OR ENTITIES’ CLAIMS. NO INJUNCTIVE OR DECLATORY RELIEF SOUGHT BY BIDDER IF ANY, CAN AFFECT OR BE ORDERED TO AFFECT ANY OTHER BIDDERS OR PERSONS.
A written express warranty is provided with each autographed collectible, as required by law. This dealer may be surety bonded or otherwise insured to ensure the authenticity of any autographed collectible sold by this dealer.
20.4 Except as provided specifically in these Conditions of Sale in Bidder’s Remedies against RR Auction (along with its affiliates, directors, agents, officers, employees, and contractors) for any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other related agreement(s), brought by Bidder must be brought within the earlier of the Auction Date as it pertains to the item(s) at issue or no later than one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances occurred giving rise to the alleged claim, without exception. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute bar to and release of any claims by Bidder initiated after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. 20.5 To the fullest extent under applicable law and except as specifically stated herein Bidder hereby holds harmless, releases and discharges RR Auction and its agents, officer’s directors, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities, obligations, promises, agreements, damages, causes of action, suits, demands, losses, debts, and expenses of any nature whatsoever, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected existing prior to these Conditions of Sale. Bidder agrees to the Conditions of Sale and upon each instance that Bidder participates in any auction, bids, or otherwise agrees to such terms and reaffirms this release as of the date of so participating or agreeing unless Bidder otherwise provides clear written notice to RR Auction prior to so bidding. 20.6 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. 20.7 Liquidated Damages for Specific Breaches In the event that Bidder provides false information in connection with registering for bidding, fails to correct or update information or breaches the Conditions of Sale by failing to pay the purchase price when due after becoming the winning bidder, as liquidated damages associated with such breaches, R&R may obtain from Bidder the greater of (1) 150% the reserve of the item (if any); (2) the amount bidder bid; or (3), the full amount that bidder would have otherwise paid. Bidder will also be liable for an additional 20% of such amount to account for additional administrative costs, shipping, additional advertising, and other damages and liabilities fees that are difficult to calculate on an item-by-item basis. 20.8 Indemnity. Bidder agrees to defend, indemnify, hold harmless RR Auction
Section 21: State-by-State Law Issues This Auction is being conducted in and the sale shall take place in the State of Massachusetts. Notwithstanding, the foregoing, should these terms and conditions violate the law of any State should that state’s law be found to govern, or any provision herein determined to be invalid, the clause itself and the remainder of the Agreement shall be valid to the fullest extent allowed. Also, to the extent other states law apply to any transaction arising out of the Agreement (without admitting such), RR Auction states:
SALE OF AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLES: AS REQUIRED BY LAW, A DEALER WHO SELLS TO A CONSUMER ANY COLLECTIBLE DESCRIBED AS BEING AUTOGRAPHED MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN EXPRESS WARRANTY AT THE TIME OF SALE. THIS DEALER MAY BE SURETY BONDED OR OTHERWISE INSURED TO ENSURE THE AUTHENTICITY OF ANY AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLE SOLD BY THIS DEALER.
Section 22 Glossary of Condition terms Information provided to prospective Bidders with respect of any lot, including any pre-sale estimate, whether written or oral, and information in any catalogue, condition or other report, commentary or valuation, is not a representation of fact but rather a statement of opinion held by RR Auction. Use of the following terms constitutes an opinion as follows: VERY FINE describes an item believed to be 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 we believe to 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 we believe 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 which we believe to have 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 believed to be exceedingly rare or important. Bidder may call and request further details and information about RR Auction’s opinions concerning any item via phone or email which shall provided in RR Auction’s discretion. Certificate of Auction, Certificate of Authenticity and Goods Acquired: Bidder warrants that Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall not purposely deface, destroy, dismember, cut-up into parts the item or Lot purchased at auction from RR Auction and in the event such shall occur whether purposefully or accidently, Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall refrain from advertising, promoting, or marketing the item as having been purchased from RR Auction and shall in no event display, expressly claim, or imply that the item was certified or auctioned in such state by RR Auction. As liquidated damages for such breach, Bidder agrees to be liable to RR Auction for the greater of the amount of three (3) times the hammer price of the item along with all other fees and costs as otherwise provided in this Terms of Sale.
Since 1976
Let’s make history—together For over 40 years, relationships have been the backbone of RR Auction. We have made it a priority to keep our consignors informed and involved, encouraging them to share their voices, to instill their knowledge, and to forge a partnership based on our shared passion for history. With a mutual desire to achieve greatness, these relationships are at the heart of our success.
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Est. 1976
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MARVELS OF MODERN MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY SPACE EXPLORATION APPLE AND STEVE JOBS
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Boston, Massachusetts