Dual-Certified Autographed Vintage Album: Hand-Signed by Roy Orbison
This entry showcases an extraordinary piece of early rock 'n' roll and pop music history: an original 1962 vinyl LP pressing of Crying, hand-signed on the rear album sleeve by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roy Orbison. Released in 1962 by Monument Records, this masterpiece album stands as one of the most celebrated recordings of Orbison's legendary career.
Famed for his operatic voice, impassioned delivery, and dark, dramatic balladry, Roy Orbison redefined popular music in the early 1960s. With timeless hits like "Crying", "Running Scared", and "Oh, Pretty Woman", Orbison earned international acclaim, influencing artists ranging from The Beatles to Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Presley. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 and posthumously honored with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Orbison remains one of rock history's most iconic vocalists.
The album features Orbison's chart-topping title track "Crying" along with timeless classics such as "Running Scared", "The Great Pretender", and "Love Hurts". The front cover displays the famous theatrical tragedy mask graphic against a stark black background.
Positioned cleanly across the center-right section of the rear sleeve next to his printed photograph and credits, Roy Orbison has rendered a bold signature in black fiber-tip marker ("Roy Orbison"). Complete with its original Monument Records vinyl LP disc, this pristine piece comes double-certified with a full Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from James Spence Authentication (JSA) (Certification Number: BB41732) as well as a full Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) (Certification Number: AB64555). Preserved in excellent condition with crisp jacket seams and clean surfaces, this dual-authenticated vintage album serves as a premier centerpiece for rock 'n' roll collectors and music historians.
Album & Presentation Specifications
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ORIGINAL 1962 MONUMENT VINYL PRESSING: Released in 1962 by Monument Records (M 4007); complete with original printed album jacket and vinyl LP disc.
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CLASSIC TRAGEDY MASK COVER: Features the iconic tragedy mask front cover art and rear liner notes detailing Orbison's rise.
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EXCELLENT DISPLAY CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with clean surfaces, intact seams, and sharp rear sleeve text.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY ROY ORBISON: Authentically autographed in black marker across the rear cover by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Roy Orbison ("Roy Orbison").
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DUAL LOA CERTIFIED (JSA & BECKETT): Includes full Letters of Authenticity from both James Spence Authentication LLC (JSA) (Certification Number: BB41732) and Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) (Certification Number: AB64555).
