An iconic jacket once donned by the legendary pop sensation, Michael Jackson, is slated to hit the auction block in London this coming November. The jacket, which gained fame through its appearance in a 1984 Pepsi advertisement, is part of a remarkable collection of over 200 pieces of music memorabilia set to be offered for sale.

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This custom-made leather jacket, a striking black-and-white piece worn by Jackson in the Pepsi commercial, is expected to command a price range between £200,000 ($246,000) and £400,000 ($492,000). This particular jacket was featured in the initial installment of a series of advertisements starring the superstar for the popular soft drink.

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The 1984 Pepsi commercial is particularly renowned because it was during the filming of this project that Jackson sustained burn injuries due to a pyrotechnic malfunction. It's noteworthy to mention, however, that he wore a different jacket in the actual commercial, as reported by the BBC.The auction of Jackson's iconic jacket will be overseen by Propstore, a prominent costume and prop vendor.

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This auction will also include the sale of George Michael's "La Rocka" jacket, famously worn during a 1987 duet with Aretha Franklin. Additionally, a beehive hairpiece, used by Amy Winehouse in her 2007 music video for "You Know I'm No Good," which was featured on her final album "Back To Black," will be available for purchase.

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This forthcoming auction promises a wide array of music-related memorabilia, featuring celebrated figures like David Bowie, Elvis Presley, and The Beatles. Noteworthy items up for auction include a Gibson guitar that was once owned by AC/DC's Angus Young, with a potential value of up to £120,000. Moreover, a belt buckle that once belonged to John Lennon is estimated to be valued as high as £60,000.

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Mark Hochman, the director of music and posters at Propstore, anticipates vigorous competition during the bidding process for these invaluable items. He underlines that many of the exclusive lots being offered are making their debut in the public market, which is expected to generate substantial interest and competitiveness among potential buyers.

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It's worth mentioning that Michael Jackson's memorabilia has consistently commanded high prices at auctions. For instance, a black fedora hat he wore just before debuting his iconic moonwalk dance in 1983 was recently sold in Paris for a staggering $82,280.

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