The Rolling Stones Brian Jones Handwritten Letter To A Fan (1963)....

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The Rolling Stones Brian Jones Handwritten Letter To A Fan (1963). Vintage original sheet of lined paper, handwritten and signed to one side by Brian Jones to "Sue." Measuring 5.25" x 7", the letter thanks the fan for their correspondence. Jones didn't recall if the band played a cover of the 1955 Bo Diddley hit "Pretty Thing," but charmingly writes he hopes "we did for your sake." Signed "Love, Brian Jones" with a row of kisses. With humorous addendum "enc. few strands of my hair... I am nearly bald now." With envelope measuring 5.75" x 3.75", addressed to an address in Luton, UK, with postal date October 7, 1963. Letter exhibits minimal handling wear and central fold line, envelope with wear including to the opening. Comes with a full LOA from PSA/DNA.

More Information: The letter reading in full:

"Dear Sue,

Thanks for your letter. Thanks for letting me keep the comb. I can't remember whether we sang "Pretty Thing" or not as we have so many other records and songs. Hope we did for your sake.

Love. Brian Jones xxxxx

enc. few strands of my hair I am nearly bald now."


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