BOSTON, MASS.- Michael Jackson’s iconic red tunic worn during his appearance at the 8th American Music Awards on January 30, 1981 will be auctioned by Boston-based RR Auction.

The elaborately designed and satin-lined top consists of a rhinestoned V-neck sweater with black bands on the upper sleeves and additional beadwork to the collar, cuffs, and waistband.

A concealed zipper runs along a seam from below the left armpit to left waistband. Below the sweater is a rhinestoned white silk dickie with tuxedo collar and a black bow tie.

Also includes Jackson’s custom-made gray silk pants with rhinestone stripes on outside legs, with a sewn-in label reading, “Michael.” Jackson ultimately decided to wear a pair of blue jeans to the event.

The night proved to be a spectacular one for Jackson, whose debut solo album Off the Wall received accolades for Favorite Soul/R&B Artist and Album.

Jackson famously wore this tunic when posed alongside Diana Ross following the ceremony, a moment which affirmed Jackson as the new ‘king of pop.’

Among other items featured:

• Michael Jackson original painting by famed pop surrealist Mark Ryden.

• Elvis Presley 14k gold wristwatch gifted to the head pharmacist at Schwab’s Pharmacy in Hollywood, California.

• Elvis Presley’s vintage Puka seashell and turquoise necklace during production of the 1961 film Blue Hawaii.

The Pop Culture auction from RR Auction will feature nearly 500 items. Bidding for the online auction began on June 16 and will conclude on June 23.