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Beatles Autographs & Movie Hat Hit Auction Block
5 Dec
Summary
- Beatles autographs from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison are up for auction.
- A hat worn by Andie MacDowell in Four Weddings and A Funeral is also being sold.
- The Beatles' signatures were collected during their 1963 tour when Beatlemania was at its peak.
Memorabilia from The Beatles and the film Four Weddings and A Funeral are set to go under the hammer in Exeter next week. The auction will feature autographed items from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison, collected during the band's famed 1963 autumn tour. This period marked the zenith of Beatlemania, making these signatures particularly sought after by enthusiasts.
In addition to the Fab Four's memorabilia, a distinctive hat worn by American actress Andie MacDowell in the successful 1994 romantic comedy Four Weddings and A Funeral will also be available. The hat was reportedly given to a local resident who had worked on the film's set, adding a personal connection to its provenance.
Auction house Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood anticipates considerable interest in both the music and film artifacts. Auctioneer Brian Goodison highlighted the historical significance of The Beatles' signatures, emphasizing the intense public fervor surrounding the band during their 1963 tour when they performed in Exeter, adding to the allure of these collectible items.
