The Rock & Roll Pop Culture Auction July 2019

Lot #120:

Early Beatles Original Photograph with Pete Best (1961)

One of the earliest photograph images of The Beatles taken in 1961 is depicted in this original 10 X 8 black and white photograph that is printed from the original negative and back stamped by the photographer. Pictured are the original band members: 18 year old George Harrison, 19 year old Pete Best, 21 year old John Lennon and 19 year old Paul McCartney. Pete Best joined the Beatles on their first Hamburg sessions in 1960 and stayed with the band until 1962, when he was replaced by Ringo Starr. Very good condition. Comes with a Gotta Have Rock & Roll™ Certificate of Authenticity.