10 of the most valuable pieces of The Rolling Stones memorabilia
British Rock group The Rolling Stones have started rocking auction houses around the world as demand for Rolling Stones memorabilia hots up.
Here we look at 10 of the most valuable pieces of Rolling Stones memorabilia to ever be sold at auction.
1. 1962 Gibson J-160E Acoustic-Electric Guitar: This guitar was used by both John Lennon and Keith Richards, and it was sold for $2.4 million at auction in 2015.
2. Handwritten Lyrics for "Satisfaction": The lyrics to one of The Rolling Stones' most iconic songs sold for $1.1 million at auction in 2019.
3. Brian Jones' Vox Teardrop Guitar: This unique guitar was played by Brian Jones during the band's early years, and it was sold for $480,000 at auction in 2014.
4. Mick Jagger's 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman Limousine: Jagger's luxury car, complete with a customized bar and entertainment system, sold for $450,000 at auction in 2012.
5. Charlie Watts' 1963 Gretsch Drum Kit: This vintage drum kit used by Charlie Watts was sold for $187,000 at auction in 2016.
6. Keith Richards' Custom-Made Fender Telecaster: Richards used this guitar on many of The Rolling Stones' tours, and it was sold for $1 million at auction in 2019.
7. Handwritten Lyrics for "Ruby Tuesday": The lyrics to this classic Rolling Stones song were sold for $472,000 at auction in 2020.
8. Ronnie Wood's 1955 Fender Stratocaster: Wood used this guitar during his time with The Faces and The Rolling Stones, and it was sold for $60,000 at auction in 2015.
9. Mick Jagger's "Performance" Suit: Jagger's flamboyant suit from the 1970 film "Performance" sold for $44,000 at auction in 2016.
10. Charlie Watts' "Wembley" Drum Kit: This drum kit was used by Watts during The Rolling Stones' legendary 1982 performance at Wembley Stadium, and it was sold for $38,000 at auction in 2017.
These items not only represent a significant piece of rock 'n' roll history but also show how much fans are willing to pay for a piece of The Rolling Stones' legacy.
The band's enduring popularity and influence continue to make their memorabilia highly sought after and valuable.
About your Author:
Adrian Roose has over 30 years’ experience covering all aspects of the rare stamp & memorabilia industry during which he has sold over £50m of unique items, helping build collections for Royalty, household name celebrities and 1,000s of collectors around the world.
Adrian was previously a Director at Stanley Gibbons, a Board Member of Stampex, and Executive Director of Paul Fraser Collectibles, PFC Auctions and JustCollecting, prior to founding The Memorabilia Club.