Bon Scott Autograph Letter Sells for $9,831 at NateDSanders.com
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Bon Scott Autograph
AC/DC is one of those classic rock bands where one of the band members dropped dead early. That is the reason that a Bon Scott autograph is worth a great deal of money. Since Scott died in 1980 and was replaced, all of the AC/DC autographs since then aren’t worth nearly as much money as the classic AC/DC autographs with a rare Bon Scott autograph. Here are some Bon Scott autographs that we have sold:
Very rare and lengthy autograph letter signed by Bon Scott, the AC/DC lead singer named #1 ”Greatest Frontmen of All Time” by ”Classic Rock” magazine. Scott writes to his childhood friend Valerie Lary while touring in 1978, referencing AC/DC’s live album, a grueling tour schedule, Phil Rudd and much more. Though undated, content dates the letter to 1978 during AC/DC’s ”Powerage” tour, and Scott tells Valerie he’s writing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, further dating it to late August, 1978. Letter spans three pages on three separate sheets, each measuring 7.25” x 10.5”. Folds and a small bit of creasing, else near fine condition. With Roger Epperson COA and a letter of authenticity from Valerie Lary. Sold for $9,831.
1977 AC/DC Tour Program Signed With 18 Signatures by the Band — Including Several Signatures by Bon Scott Who Died in 1980 — With Roger Epperson COA
AC/DC tour program for their album “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap, signed profusely by the band members, Angus Young, Bon Scott, Malcolm Young and Phil Rudd. 1977 UK tour program is signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint “Angus Young” and “Bon”, with an additional inscription of “AC/DC” by Young. Angus Young and Scott sign a further five times each throughout the program, as do Malcolm Young (signs four times) and Phil Rudd (signs twice). According to the autograph seeker who obtained the signatures, they were reportedly obtained on 19 March 1977 when the band arrived at the venue prior to their concert in Southend-on-Sea. An LOA to this effect accompanies the lot. Measures 8.25″ x 11.75″. Some wear and creasing to program; overall in very good condition. Nice and rare Bon Scott autograph. With Roger Epperson COA. Sold for $4,859.
Bon Scott & Angus Young Signed AC/DC Tour Program from 1978 — With Epperson COAs for Both Signatures
Bon Scott and Angus Young signed AC/DC program for the band’s UK tour in 1978 for ”Powerage”. Lead singer Bon Scott, who died in 1980, signs the page featuring him in blue ballpoint, also writing ”AC/DC” on the page. Angus Young signs the cover in blue ballpoint, also writing ”AC/DC” after his name. Program measures 8.25” x 11.5”. Some creasing and light buckling. Somewhat poor contrast to Young’s signature. Overall in very good condition. Obtained directly by the consignor while working as one of the road crew during the tour. With Roger Epperson COAs for both signatures. Sold for $1,479.
We also sold the following music autographs:
Intimate Handwritten Letter by John Lennon on Transcendental Meditation — “…you are searching for ‘something’ (truth) the same as every one else – whether they know it or not. We have been lucky in meeting Maharishi…”
A personal autograph letter by John Lennon signed, “Lots of love John Lennon x”, responding to a fan’s inquiry about transcendental meditation. Lennon writes in an encouraging and unassuming manner, clearly happy to connect with a stranger about a subject he felt passionate about. Undated, though circa late 1967, letter reads in full, “Dear Jean, Thank you for your letter. It makes complete sense to me – you are searching for ‘something’ (truth) the same as everyone else – whether they know it or not. We have been lucky in meeting Maharishi – but his method is simple enough to be taught by the teachers he has taught. We are continuing our ‘lessons’ with these English teachers and I suggest you get in touch with them and find for yourself a nice bit of inner peace. The address is over-leaf. S.R.M. Foundation of Gt. Britain / 20 Grosvenor Place / London, S.W.I. / England / Lots of love, John Lennon x. Try it – it really works and it’s easy.” Letter also includes John’s partial address at top (“Kenwood, etc.”) Double-sided letter on blue writing paper measures 5.5″ x 7″. Accompanied by (1) original stamped addressed envelope postmarked Weybridge 6 September 1967; (2) letter from “Jean,” explaining that as a Beatles fan she wrote to John Lennon asking about transcendental meditation, having gotten his address from her employer, a florist who had a contract with Brian Epstein’s offices. She included a stamped addressed envelope, as was the way, in the hope it would encourage Lennon to reply. A lovely handwritten letter by Lennon displaying his accessibility and personal values of self discovery. In near fine condition with still bold writing. Accompanied by certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA certifying that this John Lennon memorabilia is authentic. We sold it for $28,000.
Contract rider for the Beatles 28 August 1965 concert in San Diego at Balboa Stadium, signed by the ”fifth Beatle,” their manager Brian Epstein. This concert was a particularly well-documented event in rock and roll history symbolizing Beatlemania; it was added last-minute to the itinerary of their 1965 North America tour in response to popular demand, and an incident immediately followed the show in which the Beatles’ tour bus broke down and was damaged by a frenzied mob of crazed fans. Typed rider is also signed by a representative from the event purchaser Sight and Sound Productions. The Beatles’ live performance requirements are spelled out in the eleven point rider, including security considerations and crowd control. Also present is their famous requirement that they not play before a segregated audience. Rider arranges for the Fab Four’s transportation from Los Angeles to San Diego for the concert and guarantees the following terms: ”not less than 150 uniformed officers” were to be provided and more if necessary; a ”strong fence or barrier…to prevent any of the audience from climbing over”; also a ”platform for Ringo Starr and his drums” and a high-fidelity sound system equipped with a ”first class sound engineer”; a dressing room with ”four cots, mirrors, an ice cooler, portable TV set and clean towels”; a guest list not to exceed 50 complimentary tickets; one press conference and no further media engagements at the event; prohibition of ticket sales in advance of 31 May 1965; transportation including ”Two seven-passenger Cadillac limousines (air-conditioned if possible) with chauffeurs” and prohibition of unauthorized merchandise sales and bootlegging at the show. Incidentally, the Beatles encountered transportation snafus both coming and going – the airline workers’ strike coincided with their planned flight to San Diego and a touring coach instead brought the band from LA via Highway 1. Three-page document on 3 sheets measures 8.5” x 11”. Toning, creasing and staple punctures to the upper left, else near fine. A scarce record of the Beatles. Sold for $10,780.
Jim Morrison signed first edition, first printing of his personal copy of ”An American Prayer”, Morrison’s third and final collection of poetry. Privately printed for Morrison by Western Lithographers, 1970; limited to 500 first printing copies. This was Morrison’s personal copy, inscribed by him on the title page, ”To Jack / J Morrison”. in black felt-tip. The recipient, Jack F. Moore, Jr. was a news reporter at WCKT (now WSVN) Channel 7 in Miami who visited Morrison at the Dade County Jail after he was arrested for lewd behavior in 1970. The young charismatic reporter instantly formed a connection with Morrison, who gave Moore his own copy of the book after the interview. Bound in original burgundy boards with gilt lettering to front cover. Book measures 4” x 4.875”, unpaginated. Backstrip missing, light shelf wear, foxing to endpapers and minor smudge to signature. Overall in very good condition. With both a COA from Roger Epperson and LOA from the recipient’s son, Jack F. Moore, III. Sold for $10,000.
Very Scarce Jim Morrison Endorsed Check — Dated July 1969 Just After “The Miami Incident” and During Summer of Love With The Doors at Peak of Success
Jim Morrison endorsed check, signed “J Morrison” on the verso of a check from Johnson & Harband Management Account payable to James D. Morrison. Dated 18 July 1969 for $150.00 and signed on the front by Robert L. Greene. Check measures 8.5″ x 3.25″. Matted with a portrait of Morrison on stage and framed, so that both sides may be seen, to an overall size of 20″ x 18.5″. In fine condition, with cancellation stamps to body, and a bank stamp under Morrison’s endorsement. Sold by us. Now worth $8,000 today.
Jimi Hendrix Experience Signatures — Perhaps the Best Signatures of the Group Ever Available, With Jimi Writing, “to an Electric lady / Jimi Hendrix” — With Roger Epperson COA
Fantastic set of signatures by The Jimi Hendrix Experience, signed by all three, Hendrix, Mitch Mitchell and Noel Redding. Hendrix inscribes the note, ”Love always to Maribeth / Stay Sweet / to an Electric lady / Jimi Hendrix”, adding two hearts and dating the signature to 16 November 1968. Mitchell additionally signs ”Best Witches / Mitch *” and Redding signs, ”love / Noel Redding xxx”.
Signatures in pencil are on a piece of ”In flight…American Airlines” stationery, where the recipient, Maribeth, was a stewardess on the band’s flight that day. They were traveling to Cincinnati, Ohio where they were performing that night. Paper measures 7.25” x 10”. Folds and some creasing, and a bit of chipping to right side, otherwise near fine condition. With a COA from Roger Epperson for all three signatures. Sold for $8,236
Rare Bob Marley signed ”Exodus” album, inscribed by the legend in black felt-tip, ”Rasta Fari Live / Bob Marley”. Released in 1977 shortly after the assassination attempt on Marley’s life, ”Exodus” is considered his masterpiece, with more tracks on his greatest hits album ”Legend” than any other album, including ”Jamming”, ”Waiting in Vain”, ”Exodus”, ”Three Little Birds” and ”One Love”. Some abrasion to spine with partial loss, and some light ringwear, more so to the bottom. Very good condition. Vinyl sleeve and record included, which is in very good plus condition with just a few minute scuffs. With Roger Epperson COA. A rare signed piece by Marley, ideal for display. Sold for $7,563.
Bob Dylan Signed Album “Highway 61 Revisited” — With Roger Epperson, Jeff Rosen & PSA/DNA COAs
Bob Dylan signed album, “Highway 61 Revisited”, his 1965 album that “started” the 1960s. Leading with “Like a Rolling Stone”, Highway 61 is Dylan’s homage to the blues music that deeply influenced his writing and life. Signed by the master along the bottom of the album’s cover. Near fine condition. With COAs from PSA/DNA, Jeff Rosen and Roger Epperson. Sold for $6,074.
Janis Joplin Autograph, Signed at the 1970 Birthday Party of Kenneth Threadgill — With Epperson COA
Rare autograph by Janis Joplin, signed at the famous 1970 birthday party of her mentor Kenneth Threadgill. Joplin signs the back of an envelope, ”Bruce & Matt / Love from yr Dad & / Janis Joplin [heart symbol]”. Autograph was obtained by Texas Representative Neil Caldwell for his sons on an envelope of Texas Congressman J.J. Pickle, who also attended the famous 10 July 1970 party. Joplin would pass away less than three months later. Penned in blue ballpoint, envelope measures 3.875” x 8.875”. A few pinholes, toning and folds, overall very good condition. With Roger Epperson COA. Sold for $3,781.
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