Final Auction Price
*Final prices include buyers premium
$500.00
Starting bid: $100.00
In collectibles there is no more important than the #1 and the word "First"! The "First" of anything is always highly sought due to it's historical importance and this lot is no exception.
This incredible poster promotes the very FIRST perfomance of Herman's Hermits in the United States! It is also the very FIRST example of this poster we have ever offered at public auction. Due to the historical importance of this concert it was widely covered in the press that 2000 screaming girls forced an end to the concert after just two songs
You can read more about the show itself here here and here!
Do NOT bid on this lot without also reading our blog post dated 1/25/2010 discussing the incredible importance of FIRSTS in collectibles.
In adiditon to the incredible historical importance of this rare poster it must be mentioned that this poster has been preserved the past 53 years in immaculate condition. Just a tiny 1/8 tear keep this from perfection!
This is a very special opportunity to acquire a very special piece of rock and roll history!
Poster – Herman's Hermits in New Jersey
Grade – PAE Near Mint “89”
Bands/Bill – Herman’s Hermits at the Band Stand Dance
Venue – Manville High School Gym
City – Manville NJ
Date – 4/19/1965
Dimensions – 10 31/32 X 16 31/32”
Printing – OP-1 Original Pre-Concert First Printing
Series/Promoter – Gene and Stu Kaye Will M. C. the Dance & Show
Condition Details – 100% Original with no restoration! No pinholes! Just a miniscule 1/8 inch tear top edge and spotting on the back keep this from a MUCH higher grade!
*****This poster is available for inspection at our gallery by appointment. *****