Jerry Garcia's Alvarez-Yairi guitar leads Julien's Grateful Dead auction at $256,000
Yesterday, Julien’s Auctions conducted 'Treasures From The Golden Road' at The Box SF in San Francisco and online, showcasing over 300 items from the Grateful Dead's close associates, including belongings from 'Big Steve', 'Ram Rod', and Trixie Garcia. The standout item was an Alvarez-Yairi DY74CJG acoustic guitar (serial number 0001), crafted for Jerry Garcia in 1988 by renowned Japanese luthier Kazuo Yairi, which fetched an impressive $256,000, significantly surpassing expectations. Additional notable pieces included a band-signed Grateful Dead collectible. The auction drew a lively crowd and numerous online participants, underscoring the lasting impact and demand for memorabilia associated with the Deadhead community.
Key facts
- Julien’s Auctions held the sale 'Treasures From The Golden Road'
- The auction featured over 300 lots from the Grateful Dead's inner circle
- Property came from 'Big Steve', 'Ram Rod', and Trixie Garcia
- The top lot was an Alvarez-Yairi DY74CJG acoustic guitar custom-made for Jerry Garcia in 1988
- The guitar was made by Japanese luthier Kazuo Yairi
- The guitar sold for $256,000, shattering its estimate
- The event took place at The Box SF in San Francisco and online
- A band-signed Grateful Dead item was another standout
Entities
Artists
- Jerry Garcia
- Kazuo Yairi
Institutions
- Julien’s Auctions
- The Box SF
Locations
- San Francisco
- United States