Beatles, Michael Jackson and Queen items to go under the hammer in £3m auction

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Michael Jackson, Beatles and Queen items to go under the hammer in £3m auction

The auction will take place on October 1 and 2 with bidding available online and via telephone

Casey Cooper-Fiske

Independent

Wednesday 02 September 2026

Items linked to music legends such as Queen, The Beatles and Michael Jackson are set to go under the hammer in an auction with an estimated total value of £3 million.

The Propstore sale will feature 800 lots, including a black and gold military jacket worn in public by Jackson between 1994 and 1996, and a Pan American Airways menu autographed by all four members of The Beatles during their inaugural flight to the US.

THE BEATLES

John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr-Autographed Framed Pan Am Menu From Their First Flight to the USA, 1964

Detailed with 24-carat gold braiding, the jacket worn by the “Thriller” singer is expected to fetch between £180,000 and £360,000, while the Beatles menu, dated 7 February 1964, is expected to make between £40,000 to £80,000.

Propstore's music specialist Mark Hochman looks at Michael Jackson´s black-and-gold military-style jacket (PA)

Additionally, the auction includes a stage-worn, embellished black wrap top and flared trousers belonging to Queen frontman Freddie Mercury from the Sheer Heart Attack tour, valued between £60,000 and £120,000.

QUEEN

Freddie Mercury’s Screen-And-Photo-Matched StageWorn Black Wrap-Around Embellished Top and Flared Trousers Worn During Sheer Heart Attack Tour

Noel Gallagher’s autographed Takamine FP460SC acoustic guitar, one of two identical guitars used during Oasis’s 1996 MTV Unplugged performance at London’s Royal Festival Hall as well as the (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? and Be Here Now tours will also go on sale.

The instrument, which comes with a stencilled Oasis case, is expected to make between £75,000 and £150,000.

Other items include a pair of John Lennon’s tinted glasses, expected to fetch between £100,000 and £200,000, and glasses worn by George Michael during the Faith tour, which are valued between £15,000 and £30,000.

JOHN LENNON

John Lennon's Tinted Prescription ''Lost Weekend'' Glasses

Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones’ Filthy Lucre Tour stage-worn Vivienne Westwood Kilt is also included in the auction along with a signed promotional photo of the band, with the pair expected to make between £5,000 and £10,000.

Mark Hochman holds a Vivienne Westwood kilt worn by Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones on the Filthy Lucre Tour (PA)

Mark Hochman, Propstore’s music specialist, said: “This auction brings together remarkable pieces connected to defining moments in music history.

“From Michael Jackson’s extensively documented military-style jacket and Noel Gallagher’s MTV Unplugged guitar to The Beatles’ signed Pan Am menu, each has an extraordinary story behind it.

“With over 800 lots also featuring memorabilia from Freddie Mercury, Britney Spears, George Michael and many more, Propstore’s auction offers something for music fans across generations and genres.”

The auction will take place on 1 and 2 October with bidding available online from the auction company’s website and via telephone, as well as absentee bids.

There will also be a special public free exhibition at The Cumberland Hotel in London from 24-27 September.

BEATLES, THE

Lot # 18. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr-Autographed Westminster Bank Cheques

Estimate: £14,000 - £28,000

Starting: £7,000

BEATLES, THE

Lot # 22. Framed John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr-Autographed Page and Muhammad Ali-Autographed Photograph

Estimate: £5,000 - £10,000

Starting: £2,500

BEATLES, THE

Lot # 23. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr-Autographed Cigarette Packet, 1962

Estimate: £4,000 - £8,000

Starting: £2,000

BEATLES, THE

Lot # 31. John Lennon-Autographed In His Own Write, 1964

Estimate: £2,000 - £4,000

Starting: £1,000

JOHN LENNON

Lot # 32. John Lennon-Handwritten Letter to Apple Records Producer Al Steckler Regarding the Elephant's Memory Song "Liberation Special"

Estimate: £5,000 - £10,000

Starting: £2,500

JOHN LENNON

Lot # 34. John Lennon-Autographed The Bedsitting Room Programme

Estimate: £3,000 - £6,000

Starting: £1,500

BEATLES, THE

Lot # 38. Paul McCartney-Autographed "A Tribute to John Lennon" Ticket

Estimate: £800 - £1,600

Starting: £400

PAUL MCCARTNEY

Lot # 39. Paul McCartney-Autographed Press To Play UK LP

Estimate: £1,500 - £3,000

Starting: £750

GEORGE HARRISON

Lot # 44. George Harrison-Autographed First Edition Genesis Publications Limited Edition I Me Mine Book, 1980

Estimate: £3,000 - £6,000

Starting: £1,500

GEORGE HARRISON

Lot # 45. George Harrison-Autographed Gone Troppo LP, 1982

Estimate: £1,500 - £3,000

Starting: £750

BEATLES, THE

Lot # 411. Cavern Club Original Brick

Starting: £500

Estimate: £500 - £1,000

WINGS

Lot # 426. Paul McCartney, Denny Laine and Linda McCartney-Autographed Postcard

Starting: £500

Estimate: £500 - £1,000

Artist Pass : Conversations From the Books That Define Rock

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Artist Pass

Conversations From the Books That Define Rock

Bowie, Clapton, Dylan, Harrison, Page and over 200 contributors

Celebrating 50 years of publishing, Genesis is proud to present Artist Pass, a unique exchange between musicians, producers, writers, and photographers who together cover all things rock and roll. From six decades of interview transcripts, printed manuscripts, and previously unpublished material, the Genesis editors have dug deep into the publisher’s archives to create a new collection of essays from some of the biggest names in rock.

Artist Pass, a limited edition of only 500 copies, has been signed by the authors and photographers who have, over time, become an integral part of Genesis's history. These include Eric Clapton, Phil Collen, John Densmore, Mick Fleetwood, Olivia Harrison, Chrissie Hynde, Eric Idle, Bruce Johnston, Mike Love, Mike McCartney, Ringo Starr, Paul Weller, Bill Wyman, and many more, including photographers Dominique Tarlé and Henry Diltz. Each copy of Artist Pass is a testament to their contribution, signed by at least four of these iconic figures.

 

Artist Pass is the ultimate book for any rock and roll enthusiast. For anyone with a Genesis edition or two in their collection, this once-in-a-lifetime publication is quite simply a must-have item.

Less than 50 copies remain

Less than 50 copies remain

Deluxe

£495

THE MANUSCRIPT

ARTIST PASS

'Know your history. The history of music is very inviting to me. I listen to so much music out of the Forties and Fifties now. I like blues - Howlin' Wolf. I like rock 'n' roll from its very beginnings - Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Elvis, Bo Diddley - all the way up to what rock is today.' - Chuck D

In 50 chapters, highlights from virtually every Genesis music edition are referenced, including the landmark publications I Me Mine, The Beatles Anthology, Blinds & Shutters, Moonage Daydream, Jimmy Page: The Anthology and many, many more. The resulting dialogue between a multitude of renowned authors and contributors - more than 200 in total - provides a completely unique, new commentary on pivotal moments in rock history. 

 

Genesis authors cover topics ranging from the blues, the electric guitar, the chemistry of the band, the influence of Indian music, songs of protest and peace, spirituality and psychedelia. A Yardbirds chapter brings together three of the greatest guitarists of all time, each musician also a Genesis author with seven Genesis editions between them. Meanwhile, a songwriting chapter celebrates the writing partnerships of Lennon and McCartney, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, as well as the creative process of prolific writers Paul Weller, Brian Wilson and David Bowie. In the I Me Mine chapter, we celebrate our first rock'n'roll author George Harrison whose artistic collaboration initiated a catalogue of books by some of the most legendary names in music. Subsequent chapters are inspired by the work and stories of these Genesis authors, from Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who and Led Zeppelin, to psychedelic renegades Syd Barrett, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and The Doors, through to stadium giants Bon Jovi and Def Leppard. 

 

Through this collection of essays, Artist Pass presents the history of rock and roll - from the first US records by black artists to the interpretations by their white counterparts - tracing the pivotal moments, festivals, albums, musical innovation, and experimentation that shaped the genre. Along the way, other strands such as blues, folk, hip-hop, reggae, and mod culture are explored through the words and music of our authors.

 

Artist Pass includes previously unpublished text sourced from exclusive interviews conducted during the making of iconic editions. The work also draws on a number of projects that have remained hidden in the archives until now. For the first time, previously unpublished stories from George Martin, Elton John, Robin Gibb, Alice Cooper, Cilla Black, and many more are featured here in a new manuscript of more than 100,000 words. 

THE PHOTOGRAPHY

ARTIST PASS

'Our two biggest senses are hearing and seeing. Music and photography go together, they're cousins.' - Henry Diltz

Since 1974, some of the most prestigious photographers, artists and designers have chosen Genesis to showcase their work, with the legendary Storm Thorgerson even designing the iconic Genesis logo. Artist Pass celebrates their work with nearly 100 photographs from Henry Diltz, Mike McCartney, Mick Rock, Kate Simon, and Dominique Tarlé, and artwork by Peter Blake, Shepard Fairey, and Ronnie Wood, all included, as well as previously unseen photography from the late Genesis founder Brian Roylance.

THE AUTHORS

ARTIST PASS

'I count myself extremely lucky for the life I've had through music. I would never have travelled, met so many people and had so much fun.' - Paul Weller

Since the publication of I Me Mine by George Harrison in 1980, Genesis has become the publisher of choice for some of the biggest names in modern music. In this special anniversary limited edition, the story of rock and roll is told by more than 200 artists including Jeff Beck, David Bowie, Peter Blake, Jim Capaldi, Eric Clapton, Ray Charles, Chuck D, Roger Daltrey, Def Leppard, Bob Dylan, Faces, Janis Joplin, Shepard Fairey, Mick Fleetwood, George Harrison, Olivia Harrison, Chrissie Hynde, Bon Jovi, Lenny Kravitz, Jeff Lynne, George Martin, Nick Mason, Mike McCartney, Tom Morello, Graham Nash, Yoko Ono, Jimmy Page, Queen, Lou Reed, Carlos Santana, Ravi Shankar, Yusuf/Cat Stevens, Stephen Stills, Pete Townshend, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Doors, The Rolling Stones, The Traveling Wilburys, The Who, Klaus Voormann, Paul Weller, Brian Wilson, Ronnie Wood, Bill Wyman and many more.

 

'On reflection, I feel so lucky to have been able to do something that has been my passion throughout my life, to make a success of it, and through that to bring pleasure to the people who have heard my work and to whom my playing has meant so much. When people talk about lifetime achievement, well that's what it is.' - Jimmy Page

THE LIMITED EDITION

ARTIST PASS

Artist Pass is published in a signed and numbered limited edition of 500 Deluxe copies.

Each Deluxe copy is hand-numbered and signed personally by at least four of the following contributors: Eric Clapton, Def Leppard's Phil Collen, John Densmore of The Doors, photographer Henry Diltz, contemporary artist Shepard Fairey, Mick Fleetwood, Olivia Harrison, Chrissie Hynde, Monty Python's Eric Idle, Bruce Johnston and Mike Love of The Beach Boys, Steve Jordan of the Rolling Stones, drummer Russ Kunkel, Mike McCartney, Timothy B. Schmit of the Eagles, Ringo Starr, photographer Dominique Tarlé, Paul Weller, and Bill Wyman. 

 

Fully bound in black cloth with an inset laminate pass and silver page edging, the 284-page book is housed in a handcrafted clamshell case. Additionally, each boxed set contains an envelope of rare facsimile items, including loose-leaf pages written and annotated by Genesis authors. In chronological order, these items are:

 

• a New York Public Library card belonging to Genesis founder Brian Roylance, 1979

• a draft, annotated manuscript page from the making of I Me Mine (George Harrison, 1980)

• a Japanese handbill from the launch of I Me Mine (George Harrison, 1980)

• a promotional sticker for 50 Years Adrift (Derek Taylor, George Harrison; 1984) 

• a handwritten page by Keith Richards introducing Blinds & Shutters (1990)

• a draft, annotated preface from the making of Raga Mala (Ravi Shankar, 1997)

• three handwritten pages by Noel Redding introducing Classic Hendrix (2004)

Edition: 500 numbered copies

Main Volume: 180mm x 240mm, 336 pages

Signed by: At least four contributors

Binding: Fully bound in black cloth with an inset laminate pass

Box: Handcrafted clamshell box 

Extras: Replica loose-leaf pages written and annotated by Genesis authors; vintage promotional flyers; promotional sticker

THE VIDEO

ARTIST PASS

A rare behind-the-scenes insight into the printing and binding process in Italy. 

Artist Pass is now down to the final 50 copies.

LOOK INSIDE

ARTIST PASS

Take a first look inside Artist Pass with the following 24-page preview.

Three chapters featuring text from Paul McCartney, Ronnie Wood, Brian Wilson, Jeff Lynne, Yusuf / Cat Stevens, Paul Weller, Chuch D, Jon Bon Jovi, Christine McVie, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, David Crosby, Neil Young, Jimmy Page, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger and many more – all reflecting on songwriting, recording and producing.