Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 131

Collectible Auction

Rock & Roll Music Memorabilia

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 529		Rare Ultimate Box Set "Hank Williams: The Complete Mother's Best Recordings". Grammy nominated, Deluxe/Limited/Special Edition Details: 15 Cds, 1 DVD, 1 poster, 1 hardcover book in a collector's "radio" box with sound chip of a Williams recording and it plays perfectly. Opened, appears clearly no disc played. Virtually mint. Retails for $500 At the peak of his career in 1951 Hank Williams recorded 143 songs for the Mother's Best Flour Company radio shows. He sang with his regular studio band and recorded his hits as well as songs he never recorded commercially anywhere else. It's a rare, informal glimpse into the heart and soul of country music's greatest star who passed away on New Year's Day 1953, at age 29. Estimated Value $125 - 250 From the Collection of Sally Ann Skeoch. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 530		Paul Stanley: "Crossroads" Large, Colorful Acrylic on Canvas of Blues Legend John Lee Hooker (Born 1952-) Enjoying a phenomenal career in music, Paul Stanley was the co-founder guitarist and co-lead vocalist of the rock band, KISS. He portrayed the "Starchild" character of the four and was the writer/co-writer of most of the bands biggest hits. Stanley is also a painter and began debuting his works around 2006. Offered is a large acrylic on canvas (40 x 60") stylized portrait of blues singer and composer, John Lee Hooker entitled "Crossroads" According to Stanley, this is an "enhanced" work where he has painted over a previous line composition of Hooker and with the full support of the original artist. Signed boldy in lower right corner of canvas Paul Stanley in silver metallic Sharpie. Estimated Value $2,000 - 4,000 From the Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson, Longtime Producer of KISS. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,275
Lot 531		KISSTORY, Signed Limited Edition, Personal Copy of Michael James Jackson Longtime Producer Signed by Simmons, Stanley, Singer & Kulick. KISSTORY '94 Signed limited edition issue autographed by Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Bruce Kulick on vellum paper bound into the front of the book. This was the personal copy of longtime manager Michael James Jackson, Edition 13251 and is in virtually mint condition with the slipcase in equally pristine condition. Also included is a program from the 10th Anniversary Tour in very good condition and a mint KISS CLASSICS from Marvel Music. Estimated Value $300 - 600 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $125
Lot 532		KISS: Gold Record Commemoration for the Album, Cassette and CD for "Creatures Of The Night" to the Album's Producer Michael James Jackson. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. More importantly, KISS delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "Creatures Of The Night" was released in 1982 and was certified gold by the RIAA for sales of more than 500,000 album, cassette and CD but not until 1994, a twelve year span. In excellent condition 21 x 17" and framed in black lacquered wood. Estimated Value $1,000 - 2,000 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $625
Lot 533		KISS: Original Gold Record Commemoration for the Album "Lick It Up" to the Album's Producer Michael James Jackson by the RIAA. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. But with or without the makeup and pyrotechnics, KISS delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "Lick It Up" was certified gold by the RIAA for sales of more than 500,000 albums on December 22, 1983, the first Kiss album to achieve certification since "Unmasked" in 1980. In excellent condition 21 x 17" and framed in gilt wood. Estimated Value $1,000 - 2,000 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $638
Lot 534		KISS: Original Gold Record Commemoration for the Album "Lick It Up" Certified Gold by the Canadian Recording Industry Association. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. But with or without the makeup they delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. Gold Record, certified the Canadian Recording Industry Association commemorating the sale of over 50,000 units in Canada, January 1984. In excellent condition award measures 20 x 16" in gold metal frame. Also included is the Ampex Golden Reel Award for "Lick It Up" having been recorded on Ampex studio mastering tapes. Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $525
Lot 535		KISS: Oversized Color Photo Signed by Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Paul Daniel "Ace" Frehley. Fantastic signed photo by three of the original KISS members, Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Ace Frehley who has dated the signing '98. This is a large 20 x 20" photo boldly signed in silver sharpie and comes from the personal property of their manager, Michael James Jackson. No fading smears or tears and is sandwiched in mat board for protection. A really great piece. Estimated Value $250 - 500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $64
Lot 536		KISS: Platinum Commemoration for the Album and Cassette Sales of "Smashes, Thrashes & Hits to Producer Michael James Jackson. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. But more importantly, KISS delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "Smashes, Thrashes & Hits" a compilation album was released in 1988 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA for sales of more than 1,000,000 albums and cassettes. In excellent condition 21 x 17" and framed in black lacquered wood. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $625
Lot 537		KISS: Platinum Commemoration for the Album, Cassette and CD "Animalize" to the Album's Producer Michael James Jackson by the RIAA. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. But more importantly, KISS delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "Animalize" was released in 1984 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA for sales of more than 1,000,000 albums, cassettes and compact discs with "Heaven's On Fire" by far the biggest single from the album. In excellent condition 21 x 17" and framed in black lacquered wood. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details	Realized $938
Lot 538		KISS: Platinum Record Commemoration for the Album "Animalize" to the Album's Producer Michael James Jackson by the RIAA. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. But with or without the pyrotechnics and makeup, KISS delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "Animalize" was released in 1984 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA for sales of more than 1,000,000 albums with "Heaven's On Fire" by far the biggest single from the album. In excellent condition 21 x 17" and framed in silver gilt wood. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $625
Lot 539		KISS: Rare Double Platinum Commemoration for the Album, Cassette & CD Sales of "Smashes, Thrashes & Hits" to Producer Michael James Jackson. KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. Ignoring the performance aspects, KISS more importantly delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and through the 1980s creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "Smashes, Thrashes & Hits" a compilation album was released in 1988 and was certified Double Platinum by the RIAA for sales of more than 2,000,000 albums, cassettes and compact discs. In excellent condition 24 x 16" and framed handsomely in black wood. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 540		KISS: Unusual Gold Record Presentation to Producer Michael James Jackson of the Mercury Records "The Box Set". KISS: The immensely popular and spectacularly theatrical rock/metal band known for their comic-book styled costumes, makeup and stagecraft. But more importantly, KISS delivered rock music that proved a sensation beginning in the late 1970s and 1980s, creating a fan base that has kept them touring to present day. In the 1980s Michael James Jackson was their producer and these gold and platinum records in this auction are from his personal collection. "The Box Set" a compilation set of 5 albums recorded between 1966-1999 and was released in 2001. It was certified gold by the RIAA for sales of more than 500,000 and given how expensive the set retailed, a phenomenal accomplishment In excellent condition 24 x 16" and framed in black lacquered wood. Estimated Value $1,000 - 2,000 From the Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $625
Lot 541		Mötley Crüe Signed Rejection Letter by Tommy Lee, Mick Mars and Nikki Sixx, Dated February, 1992. Mötley Crüe: A heavy metal band that was formed in 1982 by bassist Nikki Sixx, drummer Tommy Lee, lead guitarist Mick Mars and lead singer Vince Neil and the remain together after 30+ fairly decadent years. Offered is a very polite rejection letter to a singer named Kelly sent February 25, 1992. "At this time we seem to be moving in a different direction from your abilities Thanks again for your time. Please continue to carry the passion for music. See you at the top" Signing at the bottom is Tommy Lee, Mick Mars and Nikki Sixx. On 8½ x 11" Mötley Crüe Decade of Decadence 81-91 letterhead. Mint condition. Estimated Value $250 - 400 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $163
Lot 542		PABLO CRUISE: "A PLACE IN THE SUN", Original Gold Record Presented to Producer Michael (James) Jackson. PABLO CRUISE A soft-rock, pop-rock group from San Francisco hit over 500,000 in sales with their album "A Place in the Sun". Gold Record is presented to producer Michael (James) Jackson, by the Recording Industry Association of America, RIAA. undated, but likely 1977-1978. In very good condition, minor fading only to the reduction of the album cover. Framed to 17 x 21" in gilt wood frame. Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $63
Lot 543		The Police: Signed Touring Poster by Sting, Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers, Sept. 11th Ratcliff Stadium, Fresno, California. In Fresno as part of their Synchronicity Tour, Andy Summers, Stewart Copeland, and Sting have signed a poster for this large concert which also included Thomson Twins, Oingo Bingo, The Fixx. Held at Ratcliff Stadium in Fresno, CA, this poster was signed for the publicist of the tour, Doug Lyon, who worked with a number of groups including the Jackson 5 World Victory Tour. Poster measures 22 x 14 and expensively framed in museum grade UV resistant glass preserving the bold colors of the art and the integrity of the signatures perfectly. 24 x 17". Estimated Value $300 - 500 From the Collection of Douglas Lyon. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $656
Lot 544		RED RYDER: "As Far As Siam" Gold and Platinum Records to Producer Michael (James) Jackson by the Canadian Recording Industry Association. Presented to producer Michael (James) Jackson for the album recorded by the Canadian rock band, Red Ryder for their album, "As Far As Siam", the Gold Record for 50,000 albums in 1983 and eight years later in 1991, the Platinum Record for 100,000 units sold certified by the Canadian Recording Industry, Association. Both in excellent condition 20 x 16". Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $500
Lot 545		RED RYDER: "Don't Fight It" Gold and Platinum Records to Producer Michael (James) Jackson by the Canadian Recording Industry Association. Presented to producer (Michael James) Jackson for the album recorded by the Canadian rock band, Red Ryder for their album, "Don't Fight It", the Gold Record for 50,000 albums in 1980 and eleven years later in 1991, the Platinum Record for 100,000 units sold certified by the Canadian Recording Industry Association. Both in excellent condition, 20 x 16". Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 From The Personal Collection of Michael James Jackson. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $500
Lot 546		The Beatles: Historic Original Photo of The Beatles with Harold Wilson Just Prior to being Appointed Prime Minister, Photographed by Richard Ellis. The Beatles: Original B&W news photos taken by photographer Richard Ellis in 1964. Originally copyrighted by Associated Newspapers Ltd., London who printed both the Daily Mail and The Evening News. These photos also appear in "The Beatles Diary" which photographer Ellis produced (one available in this auction) Stamped on verso with Copyright information as well as original crop marks and information slug. Photo printed March 19, 1964 with information slug. 8 x 10" glossy in very fine condition with only minor evidence of handling. COA by Ellis. What makes this photo of particular interest is in 1996 The Beatles recorded "Taxman" which was in protest to Wilsons's Labour government levying almost 90% in taxes on each of the four. This proved to be The Beatles first protest statement in a song. Estimated Value $700 - 1,500 From the Personal Collection of Richard Ellis. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $450
Lot 547		The Beatles: Vintage Original B&W Glossy News Photos, Associated Newspapers Limited, London. George Harrison and Ringo Star with COA. The Beatles, George Harrison and Ringo Starr: Two unique, original B&W news photos taken by photographer Richard Ellis in 1964. Originally copyrighted by Associated Newspapers Ltd., London who printed both the Daily Mail and The Evening News. These photos also appear in "The Beatles Diary" which photographer Ellis produced with a copy available in this auction. Ringo Starr (8 x 10) on flight to Paris January 15, 1964 stamped on verso with Copyright information and information slug. Crop marks in pencil. Very fine condition with photo having slight rippling from handling, a tape lift on verso that does not impact photo and a ding to white margin held in check with acid free filmoplast tape. George Harrison (8 x 10" photo, image 9½ x 6½") at the Showbiz Awards Lunch held at the Dorchester Hotel, accepting an award on March 19, 1964. Copyright information stamped on verso and information slug. Fine to Very Fine condition with a tape lift on white margin that does not impact image, tiny edge ding and crop marks on verso. Both photos have been in the collection of photographer Ellis since 1964. Estimated Value $700 - 1,500 From the Personal Collection of Richard Ellis. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $450
Lot 548		The Beatles: Vintage Original B&W Glossy Photo, Lennon, McCartney and Harrison in Paris, 1964 COA by Photographer Richard Ellis. The Beatles: Unique, original 8 x 10" B&W news photo taken by photographer Richard Ellis on January 19, 1964. Originally copyrighted by Associated Newspapers Ltd., London, who printed both the Daily Mail and The Evening News. Photo also appears in "The Beatles Diary" which photographer Ellis produced with a copy available in this auction. Fantastic image of John Lennon, George Harrison and Paul McCartney walking in Paris, the Arc de Triomphe in the background. Photo is in excellent condition, only the slightest evidence of handling. On verso is the Assoicated Newspapers copyright stamp, information slug and crop marks. LOA included by Richard Ellis, photographer. Estimated Value $700 - 1,500 From the Personal Collection of Richard Ellis. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 549		The Beatles: Vintage Original B&W Photo, Wonderful Image of Lennon and Harrison "Fencing" at Dromeland Castle in Ireland Copyright 1964. The Beatles: Unique, original 8 x 10" B&W news photo by photographer Richard Ellis on March 31, 1964. Originally copyrighted by Associated Newspapers Ltd., London who printed both the Daily Mail and The Evening News. Photo also appears in "The Beatles Diary" which photographer Ellis produced with a copy available in this auction. Fantastic image of John Lennon and George Harrison are on Easter Holiday at Dromeland Castle in Ireland's County ClarePhoto is in excellent condition, only the slightest evidence of handling and emulsion foxing outermost left margin. On verso is the Assoicated Newspapers copyright stamp, a long information slug and crop marks. LOA included by Richard Ellis, photographer. Estimated Value $800 - 1,500 From the Personal Collection of Richard Ellis. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $500
Lot 550		The Beatles:\ "Beatles Diary" 1965, Vintage Original B&W Photo of Point of Sale and Counter Display + An Original Diary in Near to Mint Condition. The Beatles: Pocket Diary and Calendar with over 20 images of The Beatles all taken by photographer Richard Ellis. Pocket diary measures 4 x 3" and is in near to mint condition. Diary's spine is taught and appears it has never been fully opened. Produced by Beat Productions, and stamped "Made In Scotland" the photos included in the diary, the original photos are available elsewhere in this auction. The diary comes with a vintage photo that shows the point-of-sale materials as well as the original photo of the image used on The Beatles Diary. A must for collectors of Beatles ephemera. Also included is an 8 x 10" glossy image of enthusiastic fans outside The Plaza Hotel, New York with two different Associated News copyrights taken February, 1964. Photo has emulsion foxing and toning in left and bottom white margins but the 6¼ x 9½" actual image is quite fine. Do note the amusement of the policeman dead center. The generational divide is humorously apparent. Estimated Value $500 - 900 From the Personal Collection of Richard Ellis. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $300