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Slash, Lennon, and Mercury Memorabilia on Offer at Propstore Music Auction
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Slash, Lennon, and Mercury Memorabilia on Offer at Propstore Music Auction

From Asharq Al-Awsat · (1d ago) English Positive tone

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Iconic music memorabilia, including items from Slash, John Lennon, and Freddie Mercury, will be auctioned by Propstore.
  • The sale features over 400 lots, with estimates reaching up to $2 million.
  • Notable items include Slash's guitar, a rare John Lennon-signed poster, and Freddie Mercury's microphone.

Music history is set to hit the auction block next week as Propstore unveils its Music Memorabilia Live Auction, featuring an extraordinary collection of items valued at an estimated $2 million. This sale offers fans and collectors a rare opportunity to own a piece of rock and roll legend, with over 400 lots spanning instruments, costumes, and personal effects from some of the most influential artists in music history.

Headlining the auction is a stage-used and autographed Gibson Les Paul '59 Custom Shop guitar belonging to Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, estimated to fetch between $405,210. Equally significant is a promotional poster for John Lennon and Yoko Ono's final album, 'Double Fantasy,' signed by Lennon on December 8, 1980—the very day he was tragically killed. Propstore notes this is one of only four items Lennon signed that day, adding to its profound historical value and making its estimated price of $162,000-$324,000 understandable.

The poster itself is super rare because it was only available with promotional copies of the album... and he gave each of these to the crew who were interviewing him, RKO Radio

— Mark HochmanHead of the music department at Propstore, explaining the rarity and significance of the John Lennon-signed poster.

Further enriching the collection is a Shure 565 SD award gold microphone presented to Queen and used by frontman Freddie Mercury, with an estimate of $81,000-$162,000. This microphone is being sold by former Queen roadie Peter Hince, who received it as a gift from Mercury. Hince is also parting with other Queen memorabilia, including a tambourine used by Mercury and a limited-edition blue vinyl of 'Bohemian Rhapsody.' The auction also includes items from George Michael and The Notorious B.I.G., promising a diverse and highly sought-after selection for enthusiasts.

This auction represents more than just a financial transaction; it's a chance to preserve and connect with the tangible legacy of music icons. For collectors, these items are not merely objects but vessels of memory, carrying the stories and sounds of artists who have shaped global culture. The sheer rarity and provenance of these pieces make them exceptionally desirable, ensuring a competitive bidding process.

These are things that I got during my time with the band. I don't collect but I know there are people who'll be over the moon to get these things

— Peter HinceFormer Queen roadie, discussing the items he is selling, including Freddie Mercury's microphone.
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Originally published by Asharq Al-Awsat in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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