$60,000
1999 Gretsch “Bo Diddley” Model, Serial Number 999138-54 with Roland GK-2A Hexaphonic pick-up . The Roland pickup and the sparkle stickers on the top were added at a later date. This model is a replica of a rectangular guitar designed by Bo and made for him by the Gretsch Company in the late 1950’s, and is made in accordance with the design and specs personally approved by Bo in 1999. Accompanied by Diddley's black travel Gator guitar case with hand drawings. Bo Diddley's last public appearance on stage was at the Horseshoe Casino in Council Bluffs, Iowa in May 2007 where he played this guitar on stage. The guitar was also played at Diddley's East Coast Blues Festival, Byron Bay appearance held in New South Wales Australia in April 2007. Categories: Bo Diddley
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2009-11-21
