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Offered Here: Led Zeppelin 1969 Lot of 2 Detroit/San Francisco Concert Handbills. This auction lot features a significant pair of original 1969 concert handbills capturing the American breakthrough year of Led Zeppelin. The first is a 4x7 inch promotional handbill for their May 16, 1969 performance in Detroit, initially set for Olympia Stadium before relocating to the Grande Ballroom—this variant is highly sought after for its historical significance. The second is a Bill Graham Presents handbill, measuring approximately 4 1/2x7 inches, promoting Led Zeppelin’s three-night stint at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco on November 6, 7, and 8, 1969.
Additional Information: In 1969, Led Zeppelin released their debut and sophomore albums: "Led Zeppelin" in January and "Led Zeppelin II" in October. Both records were pivotal, establishing their heavy blues rock sound and charting their path to becoming one of rock's most influential bands. The listed performances in Detroit and San Francisco reflect significant moments in their rise to fame, marking the band's expansion in the US after successful UK tours.
Condition: Both handbills are in exceptionally good condition, preserved as pristine artifacts from the height of the 1960s heavy rock era. The paper stock remains crisp, with clean, straight edges and sharp corners, free from pinholes, tape residue, or folding. The ink and graphics are bright and bold, making this pair suitable for professional archival display.
SKU: KPC7079