This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/1/2017
Fantastic original vintage glossy 4 x 6” candid photo of the Beatles, dated June 1964, with fill-in drummer Jimmie Nicol. Signatures in ballpoint include "Jimmie Nicol,” “Paul McCartney,” “John,” and “George Harrison.”—in the midst of Beatlemania and a world tour--Ringo Starr collapsed and was hospitalized with a severe case of tonsillitis. Beatles manager Brian Epstein and producer George Martin quickly scrambled to find a fill-in drummer and called upon local British drummer Jimmie Nicol. Touring with the group through Denmark, Hong Kong and Australia, Nicol played a total of eight shows over a ten-day time frame before Ringo rejoined the group in Australia on June 14, 1964.Given his extremely short tenure with the band, group signed items from the Beatles featuring Nicol are scarce, with only an estimated two dozen items known to exist! The photo exhibits light scattered surface impressions and some light soiling with Lennon also signing the reverse. This item has been reviewed by Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) and is guaranteed to pass their authentication. Full certification for this item can be acquired for an additional fee. Please contact our offices at 1-800-325-7127 or email us at Info@IconicAuctions.com for pricing and details.