NEW YORK, NY.- Julien’s Auctions, the world's leading celebrity auction house brought the spirit of rock & roll, pop and musical legends to life this week with their annual “MUSIC ICONS” sale. Taking place over two days at the Hard Rock Cafe in the heart of Times Square, today's event showcased about half of the nearly 700 pieces of music history from the biggest names in music.

The first day of the highly anticipated annual “MUSIC ICONS” auction presented an array of treasures; from stage-played guitars to handwritten lyrics, iconic fashion, and personal artifacts. The auction featured an unprecedented collection from music royalty including Queen, Bruce Springsteen, Prince, Sting, Eric Clapton, Eddie Van Halen, Madonna, Johnny Cash, The Doors, Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Britney Spears, Christine McVie, Dolly Parton, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Nirvana, and Aerosmith.

“One historically significant and jaw dropping instrument after another, from Eddie Van Halen's iconic red and white striped Charvel EVH Art Series guitar to Taylor Hawkins' one of a kind Gretsch drum kit rocked bidders on our opening day of Music Icons,” said Martin Nolan, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Julien’s Auctions. “We were honored to showcase important handwritten and autographed lyrics from the likes of Bob Dylan’s 'Mr. Tambourine Man' and Oasis’ “Wonderwall” as well as remarkable collections such as Julian Lennon’s trove of rare and important Beatles and John Lennon artifacts, all of which achieved astounding results.”

Tune in tomorrow for Day Two of “MUSIC ICONS” which will feature items from Nirvana, Queen, Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles, Elton John and many more. Visit Juliensauctions.com to register and bid.

Julien’s Auctions continues to solidify its position as a global leader in music, entertainment, and celebrity auctions, uniting collectors and enthusiasts from around the world for this monumental sale.

Additional stellar highlights of the auctions’ first day included:

• Eddie Van Halen stage played and signed Charvel Art Series in black with red and white stripes ($78,000)

• Taylor Hawkins "Gold" Tour stage used drumkit ($45,000)

• Oasis | Noel Gallagher's Owned and Autographed Suzuki Hummingbird Guitar (32,000)

• Karen Carpenter | 14k Gold Bangle ($19,500)

• Britney Spears | 1999 "Baby One More Time" Tour Stage-Worn Ensemble ($11,700)

• Taylor Swift | 2012 "Bliss" Magazine Cover-Worn Dress with Magazine ($91,000)

• Elvis Presley 18k gold plated personalized signet ring ($7,800)

• Bob Dylan | Signed Hohner Harmonica ($29,250)

• Frank Zappa collection of Microphones ($16,250)

• Mama Cass Elliot | 1970 Photo-Worn Bob Mackie Caftan ($13,000)

• Beatles | Huddersfield ABC Concert Poster ($7,800)

• John Lennon | Signed "Mind Games" Record Album ($22,750)

• Paul McCartney | 1968 Signed Diners Club Card ($9,100)

• John Lennon | Handwritten Letter to Chauffeur Les Anthony ($22,750)