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ALS signed “George,” penned inside a greeting card measuring 6.75 x 6.25 open, January 1, 1986. Handwritten letter to world-renowned luthier Tony Zemaitis and his wife, Ann, in full: “Thanks again for the wonderful 12 string – it really sounds great and looks beautiful! You really know how to build 'em!!” Harrison has annotated the front of the card, “Hello [arrow] Good morning,” and included a trimmed color photo of the referenced guitar—a 12-string with a heart-shaped soundhole—that he has set to the top edge with a paperclip. In fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and Beckett Authentication Services.
The recipient, Tony Zemaitis, was a world-famous luthier and friend of many of the most famous guitarists in the world. He made guitars for artists such as George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, Paul McCartney, Mary Hopkin, Marc Bolan, Donovan, Bob Dylan, David Gilmour, Peter Frampton, Ronnie Wood, and Ronnie Lane.
Harrison lent the guitar to rock and roll legend Tom Petty for his rendition of ‘Yer So Bad’ on the BBC's The Late Show in 1989. A video of Petty playing the guitar can be viewed below.
