George Harrison's Toast Sold to Collector

A piece of toast purportedly left behind by Beatles member George Harrison in 1962 has been sold to memorabilia collector Joseph O'Donnell for an undisclosed sum. Initially preserved by fan Sue Houghton, who took it from Harrison's home and placed it in a scrapbook, the toast was auctioned in 1992 to fund home repairs. Despite Harrison's humorous denial of the toast's authenticity, claiming he never left any uneaten, the item has become iconic among Beatles fans. O'Donnell has framed the toast in UV-protected glass to ensure its preservation. This quirky piece of memorabilia continues to be a source of amusement and interest, with Beatles member Paul McCartney reminiscing about it as a family joke. The item's storytelling value and historical context, particularly around the Beatles' last performance at Liverpool's Cavern Club, contribute to its unique significance.