From Robb Report · Rachel Cormack · · 40s
Rolling Stones Recruitment Letter Up for Auction
Brian Jones' 1962 letter to Charlie Watts to join the Rolling Stones goes under Sotheby's gavel this winter.
In brief
Brian Jones' 1962 letter to Charlie Watts to join the Rolling Stones goes under Sotheby's gavel this winter. Sotheby's will auction Brian Jones' June 1962 letter to Charlie Watts asking him to join the Rolling Stones this winter. Originally reported by Robb Report.
Rolling Stones Recruitment Letter
Brian Jones sent Charlie Watts a letter in June 1962 asking him to join the Rolling Stones.
Historic Letter Auction Details
Sotheby's will auction the letter this winter, giving it a distinct place in Stones history.
Historic Context
The letter was written a month before the band adopted their name and performed their first gig.
What it means
Sotheby's will auction Brian Jones' June 1962 letter to Charlie Watts asking him to join the Rolling Stones this winter.
