Metallica: Ron McGovney's Personal 1981 HS Yearbook Signed & Inscribed by James Hetfield! (Beckett/BAS)(Grad Collection)

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James Hetfield, Metallica's lead singer, signed inscription in the senior high school yearbook of Metallica's first bass player Ron McGovney. Hetfield's lengthy note reads in part, ''...I know 'The Charm' will happen...Too bad you can't go to Ozzy...that party...will be a cranker, especially with 'Leather Charm' playing...Your heavy metal friend...'' Also included is a numbered list of popular rock musicians in pencil on a sheet of loose leaf paper appearing to be in Hetfield's hand. 1981 yearbook has student signatures, else near fine. Arguably one of the coolest Metallica pieces we've ever handled, with an extraordinarily early scripting from the band's legendary front man! Accompanied by a full Letter of Authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services (BAS).

From the personal collection of Steve Grad. A lifelong autograph collector, professional autograph authenticator and the autograph authentication expert for History Channel's Pawn Stars since 2013.