Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Michael Jackson's Iconic Illuminating Glove Sells For $70,800

The pop king Michael Jackson's iconic illuminating crystal-encrusted glove sold for $70,800 at an auction held in Calabasas, near Los Angeles. This white glove with tiny lights may be the ultimate piece of Michael Jackson memorabilia.This twinkling glove was one of the two designed by Ted Shell, which Jackson worn during 1984 victory tour. To create a visual impact this glove twinkle in a random order, with 50 minor lights wired on a separate circuit, which is powered with a 9V cell in cut-off and a switch is also attached to turn them on and off.

In the same auction the Martin D-28 guitar which was played by Elvis Presley during his final performance held in 1976 at Las Vegas was sold for $106,200.

The auction had an amazing collection, about 1,200 unique pieces from Hollywood history, like props and costumes from film sets, and the main attraction are Jackson items like red V-necked jumper encrusted with deep red rhinestones and white fedora hat fetching, which was worn by Jackson at American Music Award 1981, yellow tie-dye shirt worn by 13-year-old Michael,and also Elvis Presley's guitar.

1 comment:

  1. Michael Jackson was incredible, he was such a unique man in every right. Here's to wishing his heart and love live on forever. Long live MJ!

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