RARE -THE BEATLES CAVERN CLUB BRICK- LIMITED TO ONLY with ROYAL LIFE PLAQUE -MEMORABILIA-
A rather rare find, one of only bricks consigned from the original Cavern Club when it was reconstructed, reopening on 26 April having been taken over by Liverpool footballer Tommy Smith in association with Royal Life. The club was rebuilt with many of its original bricks, however some were sold in aid of charity - just like this fine example. The Cavern is the Beatles famous establishing ground as the group secured their first recording contract with Brian Epstein after their first performance at the club on 9th February . The Beatles made 292 appearances at the Cavern Club between . The new club sustains its attraction to performing artists and it is suggested around 40 live bands perform there each week. Notably this brick has its Royal Life certification plaque attached, dated and reading βThis is to certify that this is one of bricks which Royal Life salvaged from the original Cavern Club, Mathew Street, Liverpool, England. Royal Life have sold these bricks, donating the proceedings to a local charityβ. The plaque also contains printed facsimile signatures of Royal Lifeβs General Manager, H B Johnson, and The Cavern Clubβs founding owner, the late Ray McFall. Measuring 22x11x7cm and weighing 3.5kg, in good used condition. Please refer to photos. Purchased from expert auctioneers specialising in authentic music and entertainment memorabilia. A premium piece for any Beatles collection. Ad ID: Delivery Services Consumer Credit