Kent McCombs is one of the foremost experts on Rick Nelson collectibles, and he shared his thoughts on the market for Nelson’s vinyl records and other products.
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<p>Only one copy of “Lonesome Town/I Got a Feeling” red-vinyl 45 is known to exist at this time and could easily realize upwards of a five-digit price tag in the right auction or to the right buyer. In addition, a somewhat recent discovery of Ricky’s first Imperial LP called Ricky (LP-9048) in red vinyl drew much attention. Only one is known to exist, and it could command upwards of five digits in the proper auction, as well.</p>
<p>Also, some of Ricky’s early original gold 45s issued by Imperial Records can easily fetch upwards of $5,000 (as realized from a Heritage house auction a few years back). From what I understand, Lew Chudd of Imperial Records only had two gold records of each manufactured: one given to Ricky and one kept on the wall at Imperial Records Recording Studios.</p>
<p><strong>Is there a big market for signed Rick Nelson collectibles?</strong><br />
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KM: </strong>There is still a large market (both domestic and international) for Ricky Nelson collectibles in general. </p>
<p>However, authentic signatures/autographs will add a premium to any item. These collectibles include (but not limited to) magazine covers, paper-dolls sets, comic books, postcards, promotional items of any kind, all recorded media (with/without picture covers). </p>
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<strong>What advice would you have for collectors looking for Rick Nelson items? Are there special conventions or record shows that would seem to have a lot of Rick Nelson material?</p>
<p>KM:</strong> With today’s technology, online stores and auctions can be very helpful in locating Ricky Nelson collectibles. </p>
<p>Advertising in Goldmine is still very viable in reaching a selected audience and can produce some interesting results. Any record show/convention will always contain Ricky Nelson material; sometimes rare finds can be found by asking at the seller tables. </p>
<p>Heritage auction house has a few auctions each year that include Ricky Nelson memorabilia as well and is definitely worth reviewing. And finally, junking in local used record stores is still an option as well. </p>
<p><strong>It seems like picture sleeves were a big item with Rick Nelson. </strong></p>
<p>Yes. Without a doubt, the two most sought-after 45 domestic picture sleeves are "Easy To Be Free/Come On In" (Decca 32635) and "Fire Breathin’ Dragon/Your Kind of Lovin’" (Decca 31900). In near-mint condition, these sleeves can easily fetch $500 plus, depending on market conditions. Any of Ricky’s picture sleeves in near-mint condition have value and are sought after as well — even the more common ones.</p>
<p>International picture sleeves (and EP covers) in near-mint condition can range in value, with some being well over $300 each. Scandinavia, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Malaysia and other countries all manufactured Ricky Nelson picture covers/inserts for vinyl that are in demand and can have significant value in the global market.<br />
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Conversely, what are some items of Rick’s that are fairly common that collectors might think would go for higher prices?</p>
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