Rock Legends' Treasures: Highlights from the Propstore Music Memorabilia Auction
A guitar played by Slash of Guns N’ Roses during the Not In This Lifetime tour was recently auctioned for over £230,000. The Gibson Les Paul ‘59 Custom Shop guitar was used on stage during the band’s 2016 tour, marking the reunion of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan. This sale sets a record as the most expensive Slash guitar ever sold at auction. The auction, held by Propstore in London, featured a total of 327 rare music memorabilia items, including instruments, lyrics, and personal artifacts, which collectively fetched £1.9 million.
Among the notable items sold at the auction was a jacket worn by George Michael in the music video for his hit single Faith, which sold for £176,400. A gold microphone used by Freddie Mercury of Queen was also auctioned for £151,200, surpassing its estimated value. The microphone was part of Peter Hince’s Queen collection, and he expressed his delight at the strong prices achieved at the auction, particularly for Freddie’s gold microphone.
Additionally, a signed promotional poster for John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Double Fantasy album, autographed just hours before Lennon’s tragic death in 1980, fetched £75,600. Other items included an autographed jacket worn by Ed Sheeran in his Shape Of You music video, selling for £66,150, and a fedora worn by Michael Jackson in a 1987 Pepsi advert, which sold for £34,650. A setlist signed by David Gilmour for Pink Floyd’s From A Momentary Lapse of Reason Tour was auctioned for £44,100, while an original proof print for David Bowie’s Aladdin Sane album cover sold for £34,650. Lastly, a Les Paul Custom 20th Anniversary guitar owned by Noel Gallagher of Oasis fetched £34,650.
In conclusion, the recent music memorabilia auction held by Propstore in London saw impressive prices for iconic items associated with legendary musicians, including Slash, George Michael, Freddie Mercury, John Lennon, and more. The strong interest and enthusiasm from fans and collectors alike contributed to the success of the auction, showcasing the enduring appeal of these music artifacts.