Knebby Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Thanks guys! It really helps to test the water before the auction is started ( obviously I will post a link to it when that happens). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninelives Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Great item there Knebby! Definitely let us know what the starting price is for them. It's a special and unique collector's item that I would think would garner a good price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquamarine Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 They look in amazingly good nick, considering the time that has passed--and anything with Bonzo's signature is worth its weight in gold to most fans, or a s much gold as they can come up with! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigledzepfan1963 Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 is there any way you can authenticate that is bonzo's signature on those pants? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knebby Posted March 25, 2009 Share Posted March 25, 2009 Yes - If you are genuinely interested I can give you lots of background info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabe Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 I'd be very interested in any feedback on an item that my friend is about to put up for sale on EBay. It's a pair of jeans signed in 1980 by John Bonham. Here's a couple of pics. Obviously, they wouldn't really be wearable - they are a very small female-sized pair of Levi's, very worn and patched on the rear. They are a collector's item. There is ample evidence of their authenticity. Any feedback at all would be nice - and anyone with a genuine interest or offer can be connected with the seller under the right circumstances. Cheers. Cheers to you, Knebby! Any way your "friend" could describe the situation in which the autograph was obtained? (Historical purposes) When,where,random,pre/post concert? I also look forward to a book you hopefully one day write. I hope the autographed denims fetch a tidy sum,a sure centerpiece for an avid collector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levee Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 I'd like to buy them for my daughter. I wonder if she's got any money on her dresser that I haven't gotten to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackDog71 Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Whatever i can get my hands on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Anything that would be of interest to a serious archive with the bands best interests in mind. I don't collect for profit. Only for history's sake and or setting the record straight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timothy5151 Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 WOW! That's one fantastic piece of memorabilia. John's signature has held well considered the length of time that has past. Your friend definitely took great care of that, which meant it was special to them. Just out of curiosity Knebby, what made them sell it? (It's OK to not answer if it is too personal of a question to answer, I was just curious that's all) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knebby Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 WOW! That's one fantastic piece of memorabilia. John's signature has held well considered the length of time that has past. Your friend definitely took great care of that, which meant it was special to them. Just out of curiosity Knebby, what made them sell it? (It's OK to not answer if it is too personal of a question to answer, I was just curious that's all) Hi there - she just lost her job when the company she worked for folded. It seemed a sensible time to sell them since she doesn't have them on display. In answer to the earler question - the autograph was obtained on 4th March 1980 when Bonzo was interviewed in Tyne Tees TV studios in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, [by Billy Connolly], for the TV show "Alright Now". The interview can be seen on YouTube. Bonzo spent a lot of time with fans in the studio during taping and then when he was told there were fans outside who hadn't been able to get tickets,he went outside to speak to them all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knebby Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 (edited) Here's a couple of pics from the day - Sam also has another one in the timeline. BTW, it isn't a "friend" nudge nudge - this item DOES NOT belong to me. Edited March 26, 2009 by Knebby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninelives Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Hi there - she just lost her job when the company she worked for folded. It seemed a sensible time to sell them since she doesn't have them on display. In answer to the earler question - the autograph was obtained on 4th March 1980 when Bonzo was interviewed in Tyne Tees TV studios in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, [by Billy Connolly], for the TV show "Alright Now". The interview can be seen on YouTube. Bonzo spent a lot of time with fans in the studio during taping and then when he was told there were fans outside who hadn't been able to get tickets,he went outside to speak to them all. That's such a lovely gesture he did - going out to speak to fans who couldn't get into the show. What a great surprise and treat for them. Makes the item even more special Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zanadu Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 (edited) That's such a lovely gesture he did - going out to speak to fans who couldn't get into the show. What a great surprise and treat for them. Makes the item even more special Bonzo also looks great in those pictures! Edited March 26, 2009 by Zanadu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorer714 Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Here's a couple of pics from the day - Sam also has another one in the timeline. BTW, it isn't a "friend" nudge nudge - this item DOES NOT belong to me. Who's the dude getting his jacket signed? I swear I went to school with that guy! (I think we all did!) Sorry about your friend's company folding.I would like to see an end to this recession soon as I have parted with a few items of significance to me. I have an assload of Levi's but I'd trade them all for that pair... I wish that I could afford those Levi's.I hope your friend gets a decent price for them. Maybe the Rock HOF will give her a pretty penny for them.Or is it just a donation thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timothy5151 Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Hi there - she just lost her job when the company she worked for folded. It seemed a sensible time to sell them since she doesn't have them on display. In answer to the earler question - the autograph was obtained on 4th March 1980 when Bonzo was interviewed in Tyne Tees TV studios in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, [by Billy Connolly], for the TV show "Alright Now". The interview can be seen on YouTube. Bonzo spent a lot of time with fans in the studio during taping and then when he was told there were fans outside who hadn't been able to get tickets,he went outside to speak to them all. Thanks for the reply. Sorry to hear that your friend lost their job. If must be hard for them to part with such a fantastic piece of memorabilia. I hope they get a fair amount for this item. I'll have a look out for this on Ebay. It was great to have Bonzo go outside to meet the fans. I can only imagine the look on their faces when he showed up in front of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 I hope she get's a decent price as well. I'm sure it will very tough for her to give the item up. Hope her work situation get's better too. Good luck with the sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzo1026 Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 I'd be very interested in any feedback on an item that my friend is about to put up for sale on EBay. It's a pair of jeans signed in 1980 by John Bonham. Here's a couple of pics. Obviously, they wouldn't really be wearable - they are a very small female-sized pair of Levi's, very worn and patched on the rear. They are a collector's item. There is ample evidence of their authenticity. Any feedback at all would be nice - and anyone with a genuine interest or offer can be connected with the seller under the right circumstances. Cheers. Wow, Knebby! As a long time collector my feedback would be that those jeans are one hell of a piece to own. As you know, I own Bonzo's hat but I don't broadcast what I paid for it so if you wanna PM me, I can let you in on that. maybe that will give your friend an idea on how to price the jeans. Big difference being that the jeans weren't owned by Bonzo BUT my hat isn't signed so possibly an offsetting issue. Rick Barrett would also be a fantastic resource as well. He may even make an offer. I can put you in touch if you or your friend would like. You may even know Rick. I wish I were in better financial straits because if I were, those jeans would be in the air and on their way to the US! LOL Make sure your friend sets a nice reserve price on Ebay. In all honesty, I personally would suggest your friend keep the jeans regardless of their financial situation. That's temporary but these jeans are a once in a lifetime deal and they may regret selling them. I was put to the test about a year ago when I was laid off and never even considered selling the hat though I knew it would get me out of the hole but I couldn't part with it. I actually chose bankruptcy, eviction and giving my car back instead of selling the hat. Am I a hardcore fan or what (or an idiot)? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeppFanForever Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Just wondered if many people collected stuff? I collect Programs, Key rings, Badges, Cuff links and Bootlegs and other stuff. If so whats your prized possession as well? My prized one is my Original 75 Earls Court Program that my Sister gave me that was my Late Brother-in-Laws. How's it going "No1ZeppelinFan?" To be truthful with you, I own SO MANY ZEPPELIN memorabilia that I would not even know where to start. If you have heard of Rick Barrett who is the BIGGEST authority on LED ZEPPELIN memorabilia in the ENTIRE WORLD and who is also a good friend of mine and will be joining our family here on the ZEPPELIN Forum soon, ask him about ZeppFanForever and the memorabilia that he owns, he'll tell you how much ZEPPELIN memorabilia I own. ROCK ON! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ms_zeppelin94 Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 The most interesting things I have are a mirror, buttons, and pud glasses. Don't get me started on t-shirts, posters & 'normal' stuff... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slave to zep Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 lack of finances prevent me from bidding on ebay, but last year i bought a zep IV clock. it's cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlanetPage Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 (edited) Photographic books, magazines, music (I have the all the 70's music,)...Not all 80's or 90's... interested in Yardbirds with Jimmy Page....(I love their music of the 60's)... ...as for signatures, No, ....I value personal feelings attached in the time-frame/circumstances given to me, I also will keep all of these items for my kids...as a historic reference :D Edited March 29, 2009 by PlanetPage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sems Fir Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Here's my latest acquisition: Led Zeppelin tour manager Phil Carlo's Tour Over Europe 1980 bag: Here's one side of the bag: Here's a close up of the tour logo on the bag: Here's the reverse side of the bag: Phil's initial's are in pen ink and have bled through onto the bag: Considering what the bag has been through it has remained in good shape. There are stains on the bag but they do not detract from the piece. Robert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timothy5151 Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 That's definitely unique collectible item you have there "Sems Fir". I imagine it would be nice to have. I haven't seen it before. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sems Fir Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 (edited) Thank you Timothy for the kind words. Recently I was able to pick up an example of the Japanese promotional notepad for my ITTOD focus (sorry the images are a little blurry). It came packaged in a brown paper bag! I'm gearing up for my next major piece of Zeppelin history which should be arriving soon. I'm not sure if I'm going to post an image or images of it. Robert Edited November 14, 2009 by Sems Fir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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