Michael Jackson items set to Fetch millions at Paris auction

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  • The legacy of global pop icon Michael Jackson is once again in the spotlight as a rare collection of his personal belongings is set to go under the hammer in Paris, with estimates suggesting the items could collectively fetch up to €1 million.
  • The collection also includes a T-shirt from the music video Scream, which featured Jackson alongside his sister Janet Jackson, further adding to the sentimental and cultural value of the auction items.
  • Arthur Perault, Head of the Pop Culture and Memorabilia Department at Aguttes, said the auction is more than a commercial sale, calling it a rare opportunity to have a “physical encounter with genius
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The legacy of global pop icon Michael Jackson is once again in the spotlight as a rare collection of his personal belongings is set to go under the hammer in Paris, with estimates suggesting the items could collectively fetch up to €1 million.

The upcoming auction, organized by Aguttes Auction House, will feature around 50 pieces connected to the late superstar, offering fans and collectors a rare glimpse into the personal and professional life of one of music history’s most influential figures.

Among the standout items is the iconic rhinestone glove worn by Jackson during his Bad World Tour between 1987 and 1989—one of his most recognizable stage accessories. Another highlight includes a prototype used in a Pepsi commercial, both of which are expected to individually attract bids of up to €150,000.

The collection also includes a T-shirt from the music video Scream, which featured Jackson alongside his sister Janet Jackson, further adding to the sentimental and cultural value of the auction items.

The event, titled Pop Culture + Memorabilia: Michael, is scheduled to run from May 30 to June 2. Organizers describe the collection as part of an “immersive biopic” experience, designed to bring fans closer to the artist’s legacy through tangible artifacts.

Arthur Perault, Head of the Pop Culture and Memorabilia Department at Aguttes, said the auction is more than a commercial sale, calling it a rare opportunity to have a “physical encounter with genius

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