Skip to main content
Rory Gallagher: A Harmony Sovereign H1270 12-String Acoustic Guitar, 1960s, guitar 40in (102cm) long image 1
Rory Gallagher: A Harmony Sovereign H1270 12-String Acoustic Guitar, 1960s, guitar 40in (102cm) long image 2
Rory Gallagher: A Harmony Sovereign H1270 12-String Acoustic Guitar, 1960s, guitar 40in (102cm) long image 3
Lot 5Y

Rory Gallagher: A Harmony Sovereign H1270 12-String Acoustic Guitar, 1960s,
guitar 40in (102cm) long

17 October 2024, 15:00 BST
London, New Bond Street

Sold for £10,240 inc. premium

Own a similar item?

Submit your item online for a free auction estimate.

How to sell

Looking for a similar item?

Our Popular Culture specialists can help you find a similar item at an auction or via a private sale.

Find your local specialist

Ask about this lot

Rory Gallagher: A Harmony Sovereign H1270 12-String Acoustic Guitar,

Jumbo-bodied, natural finish bound spruce top, mahogany back and sides, bound back, lacking pickguard, soundhole with inlay, Brazilian rosewood fingerboard with dot markers, bone nut, slotted headstock with logo, six-a-side plastic-top tuners, in soft vinyl case,
CITES 24GBA10TZJO84,

Footnotes

This guitar was purchased by Rory in November 1972 from Take Five Musical Instruments, London.

"I've got a 12-string Harmony Sovereign, which I use quite a lot on recordings – I had the neck taken off and put back on to get a better action."
- Rory Gallagher, International Musician And Recording World, December 1976.

"When the interview was over, we tried to leave his house, but he came out to the sunny garden with his Harmony 12 string in his hand. It was a nice weather day. He had the complete look of one of those guitar freaked-common nice guys, you can find everywhere. When he stood behind the clear blue sky, a bit of lake flavoured-sweet air and green glass in his garden, he looked totally different from a rock star who plays hard and energetically on the stage. What in the world gives this quiet, good young man, so much tough energy?"
'THE HAND BOOK' (Player Corporation) Japan, 1977.

Harmony:
Harmony was established in 1892 and played a significant role in shaping American music. Around the mid-70s, it became one of the largest manufacturers of stringed instruments, particularly known for their affordable yet well-made guitars. These guitars were accessible to a wide range of players, from beginners to seasoned musicians, making them a staple in homes and music stores. Harmony guitars, particularly models like the Sovereign and the H-44 Stratotone, are prized for their vintage appeal, offering a unique blend of tone and playability. Their influence is evident in various genres, including blues, rock and folk, with many famous musicians favouring Harmony instruments during their careers. Today, vintage Harmony guitars are sought after by collectors and players alike.

Additional information

Bid now on these items