The Rolling Stones (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, Charlie Watts, Mick Taylor, Bill Wyman)
Legendary British Rock Band - Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees · Music - Rock & Roll
The Rolling Stones / Decca / Rolling Stones Records
Era
50 & Counting Tour - 2013
Item Type
Tour Program Insert / Flat and Vinyl Sleeve
Condition
Excellent; signatures are bold with high contrast against the white and red backgrounds. Minimal handling wear.
Rarity
Rare combination. Featuring both Mick Taylor and Bill Wyman alongside the core four members is a premium rarity from the 2013 tour period.
Overall Assessment
A premier piece of classic rock history. The inclusion of the full six-man lineup presented for the 50th anniversary makes this a museum-grade collector's item.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic; confidence level: 95%. The signatures match known in-person exemplars from the high-security 2013 tour.
Signature Style
Candid, rapid-stroke touring styles. Includes Mick Jagger's vertical loop, Keith Richards' sharp 'K' and 'R', and Ronnie Wood's flowing script.
Signature Characteristics
Fluid motion, heavy pen pressure on Keith's signature, and characteristic 'speed' slants consistent with artist-signed tour memorabilia.
Ink & Medium
Multiple ink sources: Black, Red, and Blue permanent markers (Sharpie style) on professional cardstock and album sleeve.
Item Description
Promotional cardstock featuring the iconic 'Hot Lips' logo and a copy of the 'Rolling Stones' vinyl sleeve, signed during the 50th Anniversary tour.
Estimated Value
$3,500 - $5,500 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches high-end '50 & Counting' VIP signed materials exactly in terms of placement and ink distribution.
Authentication Tips
Look for Jagger's specific 'M' hook and Keith's 'Richards' baseline tilt. Avoid slow, shaky lines which indicate tracing.
Certification Recommendation
Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) or JSA (James Spence Authentication).
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the variety of pen colors and natural overlapping suggest authentic 'in-the-moment' signing.
Provenance Notes
The 2013 context is key; 50th-anniversary tour items often came through official VIP packages or high-level backstage access.
Historical Context
Commemorates 50 years of the world's greatest rock band, featuring reunions with former members Taylor and Wyman.
Market Trends
Rolling Stones autographs remain blue-chip investments, significantly increasing in value following the passing of Charlie Watts in 2021.
Investment Potential
Excellent; late-career multi-signed items with the full lineup have a proven track record of steady appreciation.
Similar Autographs
The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, The Who (multi-signed band items).
Display & Preservation
UV-protective museum glass is mandatory for the red ink, which is highly susceptible to fading in sunlight.
Interesting Facts
The band seldom signs all together in the modern era; Charlie Watts was notoriously the most difficult signature to obtain in recent years.
Notes
Sohnes in 2013 on the 50 & Counting Tour