Articles — music memorabilia collecting

In the world of music memorabilia, collectors and enthusiasts often seek out items that hold a special connection to their favorite artists or moments in music history. While guitars, costumes, and handwritten lyrics are common, some items that have been auctioned off are truly unique and even bizarre. From strands of hair to a pizza plate, here are some of the oddest music memorabilia items ever sold at auction: Elvis Presley’s Hair In 2002, a lock of Elvis Presley’s hair fetched a surprising $115,000 at auction. The hair was reportedly obtained by Elvis's personal barber and came with a certificate...

Did you know here at MusicGoldmine.com we have articles and guides that can help you become a better-informed music memorabilia collector? Here are some of our more popular collector guides and articles. Whether you collect record awards, autographed memorabilia, posters, handbills, ephemera or other collectibles, you'll find useful information here (click image to view each article): Want more content like this? Subscribe to our free MusicGoldmine twice-monthly e-newsletter plus new subscribers get a 15% discount off first purchase. Go here to sign up.

The Beatles are one of the most iconic and influential bands in the history of music, and their memorabilia is highly sought after by collectors around the world. The value of Beatles collectibles can vary widely based on factors such as rarity, condition, historical significance, age (with oldest items typically worth the most as with many collectibles) and the demand among collectors. The value of such collectibles can fluctuate based on market demand, condition, provenance, and other factors, however. The following are examples of some of the more valuable Beatles collectibles along with approximate prices as available through 2022. Prices...

Musicians are often passionate about music collectibles, and many have amassed impressive collections over the years. From vintage guitars and recording equipment to rare vinyl records and concert posters, these musicians have a deep appreciation for the history and artistry of music, and their collections reflect their love and dedication to the craft. Here are some more examples of musicians who are passionate collectors of music memorabilia: Paul McCartney: The Beatles legend is a collector of vintage guitars and other musical instruments, including the Höfner bass guitars that he made famous. He's also a collector of vinyl records, and has...