Michael Jackson jacket set to sell for at least US$260,000 at music memorabilia auction

Beatle John Lennon’s first Vox amp, a Michael Jackson jacket, handwritten lyrics and a synthesiser Prince used are among lots in UK auction

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Michael Jackson’s autographed tour rehearsal Thriller jacket, and his black-and-gold military-style jacket are up for auction in the UK in November. Photo: DPA

Published: 5:15pm, 18 Oct 2024

Michael Jackson’s jacket and John Lennon’s first Vox amp, which he used with the Beatles, are expected to fetch hundreds of thousands of US dollars when they go under the hammer.

More than 350 rare and unique items of music memorabilia will go on sale at the Propstore auction on November 15, including instruments, handwritten lyrics and autographs.

Pieces worn and used by late music stars including George Michael, Prince and Jimi Hendrix, as well as current chart-toppers Harry Styles and Stormzy, are also among the collection.

A black and gold military-style jacket from the private collection of Norwegian rapper Omer Bhatti, who is a friend of the Jackson family, has a sales estimate of £200,000 (US$261,000) to £400,000.

John Lennon’s first ever Vox amp, and Noel Gallagher’s autographed first Cream Hohner JT60 guitar. Photo: AFP

Framed Beat It lyrics, handwritten by Michael Jackson, will go under the hammer on November 15 during the Propstore auction. Photo: AFP

Framed lyrics from his classic song “Beat It”, said to be handwritten by Jackson, are expected to sell for between £40,000 and £80,000.