The Beatles’ Iconic Guitar to be Auctioned at Julien’s: A Journey from Loss to Recovery

In May, a once-lost guitar owned by John Lennon will be auctioned off at Julien’s Auctions in New York City. The Framus 12-string Hootenanny guitar, famously used in the Beatles’ album ‘Help!’ and the film of the same name, was discovered in an attic in southern England. It is estimated to fetch between $600,000 and $800,000.

The guitar was given to musician Gordon Waller by Lennon in 1965 and passed on to his manager before being lost for over 50 years. The discovery of this iconic piece of rock and roll history has sparked excitement among music enthusiasts and collectors alike. Fans are eagerly awaiting the auction to see who will be the lucky new owner of this pivotal piece of Beatles history.

Julien’s Auctions has decided to restore the guitar so that it can be played once again. This long-lost guitar holds significant historical value as it was used by Lennon during a pivotal time in the Beatles’ career. Its discovery has brought back memories of one of the greatest bands in music history and has inspired many young musicians to follow in their footsteps.