Pink Floyd Guitar Sold for Record $14.55 Million
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David Gilmour's guitar from Pink Floyd sold at auction for $14.55 million, setting a new record for the highest price ever paid for a guitar. This sale highlights the strong market for rare music memorabilia and the cultural importance of iconic instruments. The buyer's identity remains undisclosed.
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- •The guitar belonged to David Gilmour, the guitarist of Pink Floyd.
- •The sale took place on March 13, 2026.
- •The final auction price was $14.55 million, surpassing previous records for guitar sales.
- •The buyer has not been publicly identified.
- •The sale was widely reported by major news outlets including BBC News and the New York Times.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the buyer publicly reveals their identity fans and collectors may gain insight into the future use or display of the guitar, potentially increasing its cultural significance.
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WESTBBC News - WorldPink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6mWESTNew York Times - WorldPink Floyd Guitar Is Sold for a Record $14.55 MillionRUKommersant (RU)Гитару Дэвида Гилмора из Pink Floyd продали на аукционе за рекордные $14,6 млнRURBC (RU)Гитара лидера Pink Floyd стала самой дорогой за всю историю продаж