JIMI HENDRIX’ 1963 Fender Stratocaster Guitar To Be Auctioned
October 6, 2016, 8 years ago
A 1963 Olympic White Fender Stratocaster once owned and played by rock guitarist, singer and songwriter Jimi Hendrix will be up for auction at the Circus Couture event on Friday, October 7th, at The Joint inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The auction will also be held online here.
Hendrix is widely recognized as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. His pioneering work with the electric guitar helped to create a new musical form, creating a legacy that continues to inspire guitar players and musicians today.
The 1963 Fender Stratocaster was used exclusively by Hendrix for studio recordings and has the Fender serial number of L-14985. In addition to the guitar, photographs, letters and documents authenticate the guitar’s place in rock history.
The minimum bid is $650,000. All proceeds over $600,000 will be donated to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation.
