This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/9/2026
Offered Here: Van Halen 1988 Monsters Of Rock Autographed Guitar. This is a Monsters of Rock guitar from 1988, featuring autographs by the complete Van Halen lineup from that year: Edward Van Halen, who signed in gold and added "Eh-Hah!!" and "All the best"; Alex Van Halen, who signed in blue and wrote "BANG A GONG"; Michael Anthony, who signed in black; and Sammy Hagar, who signed in silver. The guitar is a Kramer American Beretta, made in Neptune, NJ, with custom inlays of the Kramer headstock, a humbucker, single volume control, and a Floyd Rose tremolo. It holds the serial number F4992 and includes a gig bag.
Additional Information: The 1988 Monsters of Rock Tour was Van Halen's longest tour at the time, spanning eight months and including a series of performances across North America and Europe. The tour helped promote the band’s album "OU812," which was released in May 1988 and climbed the charts with hit singles such as "When It's Love."
Provenance/Authenticity: For over forty years, Nick D’Andrea was more than a fan—he was a fixture in the Van Halen inner circle. Dubbed the "#1 Van Halen Guy" by the band members themselves, D’Andrea’s collection was built through a deep personal friendship with the Van Halen family. With a veteran history of 400+ shows, D’Andrea’s archive represents a rare, direct pipeline to the band, featuring items gifted to him throughout their legendary career. Guitar Serial Number F4992. Comes with a Steve Grad Digital Letter of Verification for the autographs.
Condition: The guitar is in very good condition, with mild wear consistent with its age and use. It comes as-is with a gig bag.
SKU: NDC1014