Michael Jackson's sock fetches nearly 5 million Kazakhstani tenge at an auction.
In a recent auction held in France, a significant piece of Michael Jackson memorabilia went under the hammer. The sock, owned by the King of Pop, fetched a price of 7,688 euros (approximately 4.9 million tenge). Despite noticeable fading and loss of sparkle, experts described the sock as an "exceptional piece" and a "cult relic" for his fans.
The sock, adorned with rhinestones, was worn by Jackson during a 1997 concert in Nice, France. It is iconic because it was worn during performances of hits like "Billie Jean" and "Beat It," when Jackson executed his famous moonwalk dance move. The sock was found by a technician backstage after the show and is considered a cult item among fans.
The sock became part of Michael Jackson's iconic look, alongside his sparkling glove and fedora hat. Elements of his stage wardrobe often attract high bids at auctions, as evidenced by the sale of his glove for $350,000 in 2009 and his hat for over $80,000 in 2023.
Interestingly, the final price of the sock nearly doubled the initial predictions. The sale of the sock was reported by our website, with a link to the South China Morning Post.
Meanwhile, the glove ($350,000) and the hat ($80,000+) are the highest-selling items associated with Michael Jackson, far surpassing the sock's sale price.
The auction of Michael Jackson's memorabilia is a testament to the high demand and value placed on such items. The strong fan base, despite controversies during and after Jackson’s life, sustains high auction demand for his memorabilia.
On a separate note, an original Hermès Birkin bag belonging to actress Jane Birkin was sold at auction for $10.1 million. This sale, while not directly related to Michael Jackson, demonstrates the high value placed on celebrity memorabilia and luxury items at auctions.
In another auction, Jeremy Clarkson's Ferrari, with an estimated price of $245,000 - $300,000 and a mileage of less than 24,000 kilometers, was put up for sale. This sale serves as an example of high-value automobiles being auctioned off.
Michael Jackson maintains a verified presence on Twitter under the handle @michaeljackson, keeping his fans connected even after his passing.
References:
- Interencheres.com
- South China Morning Post
- Variety
- The Guardian
- Rolling Stone
- The sock, embellished with rhinestones and worn by Michael Jackson during his 1997 concert in Nice, France, is a significant piece of entertainment history, iconic for fans of the King of Pop and pop-culture enthusiasts alike.
- Michael Jackson memorabilia, such as his glove, fedora hat, and now his rhinestone-adorned sock, consistently attract high bids at auctions, showcasing a strong demand within entertainment and pop-culture circles, even though various controversies have surrounded the celebrity.
