The Hollies Pinback
American, circa 1965
Diameter: 3½ inches
 
A large promotional pinback featuring the British rock group The Hollies in a contemporary publicity portrait beneath the band's name. Produced during the height of the British Invasion, the design reflects the bold graphic style employed in mid-1960s music merchandising and fan memorabilia.
 
Oversized pinbacks of this format were issued in far smaller quantities than the more commonly encountered one- and two-inch examples, making surviving specimens increasingly scarce. An excellent example documenting the merchandising of one of Britain's most successful rock groups during the peak of its international popularity.
 
Condition: Excellent. Bright colors with a glossy surface and only minor evidence of handling.