Propstore’s Music Live Auction generates $3.2 Million during the first day of the event
“Achieving a world record with Noel Gallagher’s MTV Unplugged guitar is an incredible outcome for Propstore and underscores the enduring bond fans share with Oasis.”— Mark Hochman, Propstore’s Music SpecialistLOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Propstore, a premier global auction house for entertainment and music memorabilia, has revealed remarkable results from the opening day of its Music Live Auction, which took place in London on Thursday, October 1st, 2026. A Takamine acoustic guitar owned and signed by Noel Gallagher, used during Oasis’s 1996 MTV Unplugged appearance, sold for $299,376, establishing a new world record for the highest auction price ever paid for an Oasis acoustic guitar. The top lot of the day was Freddie Mercury’s notebook, which includes handwritten working lyrics and notes from the Mr. Bad Guy recording sessions, selling for $365,904.
Over Day 1, rare instruments, handwritten lyrics, stage-worn items, and personal keepsakes collectively reached $3.2 million, inclusive of buyer’s premium. The auction’s second day continues today (Friday, October 2nd, 2026).
HIGHLIGHTS
Noel Gallagher’s owned and signed Takamine FP460SC acoustic guitar, featured during Oasis’s 1996 MTV Unplugged performance, set a world record as the highest-priced Oasis acoustic guitar ever sold at auction, commanding $299,376.
The most valuable lot on Day 1 was a notebook holding Freddie Mercury’s handwritten working lyrics and notes from the sessions for his debut solo album, Mr. Bad Guy, which brought in $365,904. This item was part of The Reinhold Mack Collection, a grouping of handwritten lyrics, recording memorabilia, and personal presents that document the producer’s close bond and creative partnership with Mercury. The collection’s cumulative total has reached $980,415 including buyer’s premium, with 43 lots sold on Day 1 and an additional 41 from the collection available today (October 2), on Day 2, offering fans and collectors worldwide the opportunity to bid on pieces from this historic archive.
Another notable result was Michael Jackson’s photo-matched black-and-gold military-style jacket, worn at several public events during the Dangerous and HIStory eras, which sold for $299,376. This item, part of The Omer Bhatti Collection, came directly from the Norwegian rapper and dancer, to whom Jackson gave it as a gift.
Key sales from Propstore’s Spring Music Memorabilia Live Auction included (prices include buyer’s premium):
FREDDIE MERCURY The Reinhold Mack Collection: Notebook Containing Collection of Freddie Mercury Handwritten Working Lyrics and Notes from Mr. Bad Guy Recording Sessions Sold for: $365,904 incl. bp.
OASIS Noel Gallagher's Owned and Autographed Takamine FP460SC Acoustic Guitar Played During Oasis’ 1996 MTV Unplugged Performance Sold for: $299,376 incl. bp.
MICHAEL JACKSON The Omer Bhatti Collection: Michael Jackson's Photo-Matched Black-and-Gold Military-Style Jacket Worn During Dangerous and HIStory Eras Sold for: $299,376 incl. bp.
JOHN LENNON John Lennon's Tinted Prescription “Lost Weekend” Glasses Sold for: $166,320 incl. bp.
QUEEN The Reinhold Mack Collection: Musicland Studios' Yamaha C3 Grand Piano Played by Freddie Mercury, Queen, The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Deep Purple and Many Other Recording Artists Sold for: $108,108 incl. bp.
FREDDIE MERCURY Freddie Mercury’s Screen-And-Photo-Matched Stage-Worn Black Wrap-Around Embellished Top and Flared Trousers Worn During Sheer Heart Attack Tour Sold for: $99,792 incl. bp.
MICHAEL JACKSON The Omer Bhatti Collection: Michael Jackson's Photo-Matched Sailors Varsity Jacket Sold for: $74,844 incl. Bp.
TEARS FOR FEARS Roland Orzabal's Photo-Matched Fender Walnut USA Stratocaster Used to Compose "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" and Perform Live, 1985 Sold for: $70,686 incl. bp.
THE BEATLES John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr-Autographed Framed Pan Am Menu from Their First Flight to the USA, 1964 Sold for: $66,528 incl. bp.
PINK FLOYD David Gilmour, Roger Waters, Richard Wright, and Nick Mason-Autographed Custom Fender Stratocaster The Dark Side of the Moon Artwork Guitar Sold for: $45,738 incl. bp.
Mark Hochman, Propstore’s Music Specialist, shared his thoughts on the auction results: “Setting a world record with Noel Gallagher’s MTV Unplugged guitar is a fantastic result for Propstore and a testament to the lasting connection fans have with Oasis. Freddie Mercury’s handwritten notebook offers an extraordinary glimpse into his songwriting, and seeing it fetch the day's highest price was another highlight. From the Reinhold Mack archive to Michael Jackson’s iconic jackets, these results show how much collectors value pieces with a personal connection to the artists and their music.”
Music enthusiasts can flip the cassette for Day 2, with additional memorabilia from Michael Jackson, Oasis, Queen, and many others going under the hammer in Propstore’s online-only sale today, Friday, October 2nd, beginning at 3:00 PM BST / 7:00 AM (PST). To register, visit: https://propstoreauction.com/auctions/info/id/522
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Founded in 1998 by film enthusiast Stephen Lane, Propstore has grown from a collector’s passion project into one of the world’s foremost authorities on entertainment memorabilia. The company bridges the worlds of film, art, and collecting—offering access to authentic screen-used props, costumes, and production artefacts that bring cinematic history to life.
Working in close partnership with many of the world’s leading film studios, production companies, and entertainment brands, Propstore curates exclusive auctions and sales throughout the year, giving fans and collectors unparalleled access to items direct from the source.
Since 2014, Propstore has hosted globally acclaimed live auctions featuring artefacts from the greatest moments in film and television. Alongside its flagship events, Propstore also runs regular online auctions and studio collaborations, with more than 2,000 items available for immediate purchase at www.propstore.com
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