Lost Beatles Awards Emerge After 60 Years

Two significant awards presented to The Beatles during their peak fame are emerging for auction after 60 years of obscurity. These commemorative discs, including one for the 1966 chart-topper 'Paperback Writer,' are considered rare by experts and are anticipated to fetch over £10,000 each. A silver disc from 1966 honored 'Paperback Writer,' a number one hit in both the UK and US. A second award, a mounted gold disc, was presented by the Recording Industry Association of America for the immense success of the 1964 album 'Meet The Beatles!', which spent 11 weeks at number one in the US charts.

In addition to the musical accolades, the auction will feature over 300 pages of official documents detailing the complex legal proceedings surrounding The Beatles' break-up in the early 1970s. These documents shed light on the disputes between band members, particularly Paul McCartney's disagreement with the appointment of Allen Klein as manager following Brian Epstein's death. The papers chronicle the legal actions and financial intricacies that contributed to the band's dissolution.

These historical artifacts offer a unique glimpse into pivotal moments of The Beatles' career, from their recording triumphs to the internal conflicts that led to their separation. Experts believe these items will be highly sought after by collectors, given the enduring global appeal of Beatles memorabilia.