Lot 461
(The Beatles) Signed Photograph With Pete Best. 6½"x8½" Photograph Signed on the back by John Lennon, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and Pete Best. This Albert Marion photograph of The Beatles was taken during their December 1961 photo session. It depicts the band in their "teddy boy" leathers, looking impossibly young. This is by far the most recognizable and most desirable shot of The Beatles with Best, who would be let go on August 16, 1962 and replaced by Ringo Starr. Each member has signed in blue pen, with Paul McCartney adding "From" before his signature. The photo has four tack holes, and some creases and stains. Sets of Beatles signatures with Pete Best are rare, and even more so with no insccription, since almost all photos were dedicated to somebody. A rare find! Accompanied by a 4¼"x6" print of the same photo with a printed greeting from the four on the back, dated April 5, 1962.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
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