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Original master editing tape for Jackson's HIStory tour promotional commercials. Videotape contains 30, 60, and 90 second spots promoting HIStor...

Original master tape recording of a unique, unreleased version of Jackson's song 'Lady in My Life,' recorded on a standard size cassette...

Original 16mm home movie, recorded by Steven Howell, approximately 1:45, taken outdoors, with several seconds of Jackson's limousine driving by,...

Hand-drawn self-portrait given to a fan and six other fan items. A super fan of Michael Jackson—in fact, one who befriended the young singer during th

White synthetic custom short jacket with black foliate design and punched rhinestone embellishment, featuring an International Costume Co. manufacture

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Jackson clad in a leather jacket, his thumb hooked in his jeans front pocket. In fine condition.

Life magazine, 9 x 11, dated December 1997, with an image of Jackson and his new baby on the cover, signed on the cover in black felt tip. In fine con

Four items from Jackson's Neverland Ranch: an empty leather Neverland OSS wallet (Office of Special Services, an armed security guars unit); a N...

Sheet music to ‘Ben,’ 8.25 x 11, from the film of the same name, signed on the cover in black felt tip, “Michael Jackson & Ben.” Matted and fram...

Commemorative gold ticket award presented to Joe Jackson by Madison Square Garden. Award consists of a metallic ticket, 5.25 x 2, for a Jacksons conce

Glossy 8 x 10 Epic Records publicity photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Amelia, Love, Michael Jackson.” In fine condition, with scatter

Glossy 8 x 10 Epic Records publicity photo of Jackson in a white bow tie and vest, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Michael Jackson.” Scattered crease

Glossy 8 x 10 Epic Records publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint “To Marita, love, Michael Jackson.” Scattered creases, with a slig

Legendary singer (1915–1959), revered as one of the greatest and most individual vocalists in the history of blues and jazz, who died from cirrhosis o

DS, signed “Miss Billie Holiday,” one page, 8.5 x 11, September 28, 1950. On Tom Kelley’ Studios letterhead, Holiday gives permission to the Schmidt L

One of the earliest known American professional blues singers (1886-1939), and one of the first generation of such singers to record. DS, signed “Gert

Innovative clarinetist and saxophonist (1897–1959) regarded as one of the greatest wind players in the history of jazz. American Federation of Musicia

Jazz cornetist, jazz pianist, and composer (1903–1931) whose chronic alcoholism contributed to his death at the age of 31. He was also the inspiration

Lightnin’ Hopkins album signed on the front in ink by T Bone Walker, Little Walter, John Lee Hooker, Sonny Boy Williamson, and four others, and signed

Prolific and influential blues singer/songwriter/guitarist (1898–1958). Vintage glossy 3.25 x 5.25 photo of Broonzy with his guitar, signed in the low

Saxophonist, band leader, and composer (1926–1967) whose brilliant improvisatory skills and experimental spirit made him one of the most influential a

Vintage ballpoint signature, “John Coltrane,” on an off-white 5.5 x 4.5 album page. Some scattered light creases, and some light staining to borders,

Innovative and highly regarded jazz pianist (1929–1980) who worked briefly with Miles Davis before forming his own trio in the late 1950s. Evans’s inf

Durable and influential jazz tenor saxophonist (1904–1969). Black ink signature, “Coleman Hawkins,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. RRA

Vintage 3.5 x 4.5 magazine photo of Hawkins playing his sax, signed in blue ballpoint, “Very truly yours, Coleman Hawkins.” Photo is affixed to an ide

Original 1948 Festival International du Jazz in Nice program, 9.5 x 12, signed in ink on the front and back cover by 33 performers, including: Earl ‘F

Original handbill for a John Lee Hooker performance at the Cavern Club, Liverpool, on June 12, 1964, 8.5 x 13.25. In very good condition, with a centr

Collection of four glossy signed photos, most inscribed to Gaston Criel, each measuring approximately 8 x 10, affixed to 13.5 x 10.5 black album pages

Collection of signatures and signed photos, most inscribed to Gaston Criel, affixed to eight 13.5 x 10.5 black album pages, each from an esteemed jazz

Collection of five signed photos, most inscribed to Gaston Criel, affixed to eight 13.5 x 10.5 black album pages, each from an esteemed jazz icon. Sig

Collection of five signed photos and ballpoint signatures, most inscribed to Gaston Criel, affixed to 13.5 x 10.5 black album pages, each from an este

Atractive Carlo Robelli SDC-80EH model electric guitar, signed in-person on the body in black felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-p

Idiosyncratic pianist, composer, and arranger (1917–1982) who takes a place among the most innovative and influential figures of modern jazz. Concert

Uncommon glossy 4.5 x 6 photo of Monk playing the piano, signed in blue ballpoint, “Good luck always, Thelonious Monk.” In very good condition, with s

American jazz guitarist (1923–1968), six-time winner of Down Beat’s critic’s poll as best guitarist, who died of a heart attack at the age of 45. Scar

1961 Newport Jazz Festival poster, 18 x 24, featuring Judy Garland. A tremendous array of jazz luminaries made the annual Newport festival a destinati

Considered one of the most influential jazz musicians ever, Parker and Dizzy Gillespie helped develop Bebop as a reaction against the prevalent swing

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Charlie Parker, 422 E 11th St, N. Y. C.,” on an off-white 3 x 1.5 slip. In very good condition, with light surface wrink

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Parker in a half-length pose holding his saxophone, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Gaston, Best Wishes, Ch

Vintage ballpoint signature, “To a swell but confusing gentleman, Bud Powell, (Piano).” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 card. In very good condition, with u

Two items: a silver Blues Harp harmonica, 4 x 1; and a Citation of Achievement from Broadcast Music, Inc, 12 x 16, awarded to Reed “in recognition of

Original neon orange and yellow 22 x 33 1969 David Ruffin and others concert poster. The Norfolk Arena was the setting for a soul extravaganza starrin

Jazz guitarist and composer (1910–1953) who invented an entirely new style of jazz guitar technique, sometimes called 'hot' jazz guitar. Ver...

1965 Newport Jazz Festival poster, 13.75 x 21.75, featuring Frank Sinatra. Sinatra was at the top of his game in '65 with September of My Years ...

Legendary American singer (1924–1963), dubbed the Queen of the Blues, who died of an overdose of sleeping pills at the age of 39. Washington’s AFRA un

Original program from Norman Granz’ Jazz at the Philharmonic, 8.5 x 11, signed inside, in ballpoint, next to their images by Lester Young, Oscar Peter

1959 Hofner electric guitar with original tweed case. The pickups are stamped with the ‘Hofner’ logo. In very good condition, with rubbing and wear fr

Crisp glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Berry and his guitar, signed in blue felt tip, “C. Berry.” In very fine condition.

Three rare glossy Universal Attractions promotional photos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each featuring a different shot of a very young Brown. In fine conditio

Stellar glossy 8 x 10 MGM promotional photo for Hootenanny Hoot, signed in blue felt tip, “Johnny Cash.” In fine condition, with a few light surface c

Original lobby card for Don’t Knock the Twist, signed in black felt tip, “Chubby Checker 96.” In fine condition, with some light edge and corner creas

Ornate hand-carved and painted walking cane owned and used by Johnny Cash. Cane measures 35? long, and features a rattlesnake coiled along the shaft a

Stage-worn black suit shirt/jacket and dress slacks. A fabulous item; the jacket appointed with gold-eagle buttons, and silver stars embroidered along

A heartwarming and incredibly introspective assortment of 13 ALSs, including two postcards, a government postal card, a ‘thank you’ card, and one lett

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Cadence Records publicity photo, signed and inscribed “To Song Parade, best wishes, Phil Everly,” and “Don Everly.” In very good

American disc jockey and promoter (1921–1965) who pioneered the broadcasting of R&B and rock and roll on the radio, resulting in an explosion of...

Vintage blue artist’s pencil signature, “Bill Haley,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Scattered light soiling and toning and a small collector’s notation

Billy Haley and his Comets fused elements of country music, Western swing, and black R&B to produce some of rock and roll’s earliest hits. Bill ...

Color 28 x 22 half sheet movie poster for Don’t Knock The Rock. In good to very good condition, with tack holes to edges and corners, a few repaired o

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 Decca Recording artist’s promotional photo, signed in fountain pen, “Bill Haley,” “Bill Williamson Guitar,” “Ralph Jones, Drums”

An original double sided handbill advertising Bill Haley's 1958 UK tour. The handbill measures 8.25 x 10.25, and lists all the dates and venues ...

A small section, 1 x .25, of Buddy Holly’s white leather belt originally sold at the Buddy Holly Estate Auction at Sotheby’s. Double suede matted and

Rare Decca Records promotional 45 rpm single of Holly’s ‘Modern Don Juan’ single, marked on the label, “Sample Copy—Not For Sale,” and signed and insc

One of the earliest and biggest of the rock ‘n’ roll stars, Holly died tragically in a plane crash February 3, 1959, en route to a concert. ALS in pen

Handbill for Buddy Holly and the Crickets’ March 11, 1958, concerts at the Gaumont Theatre, Worcester, U. K. Many rock historians point to this tour o

Adorable array of three matte-finish photos, 7 x 5 and 5 x 7, featuring images of an elated Holly as a toddler, partaking in a birthday celebration wi

Three nostalgic photos, glossy and matte-finish, ranging in size from 3.25 x 4.75 to 5 x 7, one featuring Holly as a toddler, another capturing a mome

Fantastic crisp matte-finish 5 x 7 head-and-shoulders portrait of Holly as a teenager, wearing his trademark glasses. Photo bears a Sotheby’s sticker

Three fantastic photos of an adolescent Holly, glossy and matte-finish, ranging in size from 2.25 x 3 to 5 x 7, one featuring Holly and his date as th

Original vintage “Biggest Show of Stars for ’57” rock and roll show program (Fall Edition), 9 x 12, signed and inscribed inside in blue ballpoint on T

Original 1958 Buddy Holly and the Crickets U. K. tour concert program cover, front and back, 8.5 x 10.5, signed in black ballpoint on the back cover f

Three-quarter sleeved, gray and white striped shirt, featuring a Phil's Men's Shop manufacturer's label with “Holly” printed over it. Th...

Vintage 3.5 x 5.75 Coral Records publicity photo, signed in ballpoint, “Buddy Holly,” “Joe Mauldin,” and “Jerry Allison.” Postcard is attached by corn

Black-bodied Epiphone Junior electric guitar, nicely signed on the body in silver ink. In fine condition.

Color 13 x 22 reproduction poster for King’s 2003 North American Tour, signed in black felt tip. Poster is affixed to an identical size piece of foam

Original color 20 x 30 poster for a Jerry Lee Lewis concert at the Tower Ballroom on May 17, 1962. In very good condition, with several horizontal fol

Original UK concert ticket for a ‘Thank Your Lucky Stars’ performance at the Tower Ballroom, New Brighton, starring ‘Mr. Rock N’ Roll’ himself, Jerry

Glossy 14 x 11 photo of a young Richard playing his piano on one leg, signed in-person in black felt tip. Originally obtained by in-person specialist

Original color 22 x 28.25 boxing-style poster for a Little Richard concert at the Memorial Auditorium in Chattanooga. The rock 'n' roll shou...

Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers, the African-American singing sensations of the 1950s, became one of the most popular acts in the fledgling years of r

Custom-made red, white, and blue bodied six-string acoustic guitar, presented to Nelson by country star Buck Owens. Guitar comes with a custom leather

Best Always, Rick Nelson album signed on the front in blue felt tip. Scattered light wear and surface marks, some paper loss along the spine leading t

Two items: Rick Nelson In Concert album, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “Love, Rick Nelson”; and a brochure to West Bend’s Bicentennial

Actor/singer who died in a plane crash at the age of 45. Felt tip signature, “Rick Nelson,” on a 5 x 3 card. In fine condition. Accompanied by unsigne

The Original Sound album signed on the front cover in black ballpoint. Triple matted and framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 17.25. In fine condition

Felt tip signature, “Roy Orbison,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Perkins on stage, signed in blue ballpoint, “Love, Carl Perkins.” In fine condition, with slightly irregular ink adhesion to th

Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip. Slight contrast to the signature, otherwise very fine condition.

Collection of approximately 350 original 45 rpm singles by an assortment of artists, many on their original labels, all housed in 24 binders, ranging

Enormously successful recording artist at the beginning of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era. Valens was one of the first stars to transcend the stereotype of Lat

First generation Rock ’n’ Roller who achieved legendary status with songs such as ‘Be-Bop-A-Lula’ and ‘Lotta Lovin’’; he died in 1971 aged 36. Rare vi

American soul and R&B singer (1934–1984) best known for such hits as ‘To Be Loved’ and ‘Lonely Teardrops.’ After suffering a heart attack while ...

English group known for their gritty, bluesy sound and their number one signature song ‘The House of the Rising Sun.’ Vintage ballpoint signatures of

Limited edition poster, 28 x 22, by artist Lance Bragg for the 1969 Atlanta Pop Festival, numbered #214/200. Rolled and in very good condition, with s

Color 24 x 36 poster promoting the release of The Beach Boys: Made in the U.S.A., signed in black felt tip by Carl Wilson, Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al

Original color 16 x 22 poster for the Beach Boys in Hawaii at the Blaisdell Arena on March 20 and 21, 1978. In fine condition, with a few scattered li

Wired album signed in-person on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with some light rubbing and a mild ‘ring of wear’ to cover. The r

Glossy 10 x 8 group publicity photo, signed in black felt tip by Dennis Wilson, Carl Wilson, Brian Wilson, Mike Love, and Al Jardine. Scattered crease

Light-yellow bodied Fender Squier Strat ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed in-person on the body in black felt tip, “I wish they all could b

ALS signed “Jeff,” two pages of thin paper, 8.25 x 10.75, postmarked April 1968. Beck writes from Copenhagen to his Los Angeles friend, Darryl Stolper