This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 7/1/2017
B.B. King was more than just a blues guitarist, he was the “elder statesman,” the blues guitarist that every other blues guitarist wants to be. If there was to be a "Godfather" of the blues it would be B.B. King. Offered here is, without question, the ultimate autographed B.B. King collectible. This Gibson “Lucille” professional model guitar has been boldly signed by “The King of Blues” himself across the body in gold metallic marker (“9”). The signature stands out perfectly against the sleek black finish of the instrument and has been boldly penned by King, adding the date "4-6-97". It is important to note that this is the GIBSON model Lucille (not the lesser Epiphone version). Retail price for this fine instrument without King’s autograph is $4,000! "Lucille" has been a legend ever since the King of the Blues christened his guitar with the name after saving it from a dance hall fire in Twist, Arkansas in 1949. King’s instrument of choice for seven decades, “Lucille” has garnered acclaim as a musical icon in and of itself. Accompanied by a full Letter of Authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services (BAS).