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Johnny Marr to auction guitars he played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish

Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars, including iconic instruments from his time with The Smiths and Billie Eilish.

By · Published June 22, 2026  20:34 UTC · Updated July 7, 2026  10:01 UTC

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Johnny Marr announced the auction of nearly 100 guitars, including instruments played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish. The collection was scheduled for display at Christie's in New York.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 9 distinct news outlets with 9 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 7.
  • Primary Driver: Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars, including iconic instruments from his time with The Smiths and Billie Eilish.
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Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars, including instruments he played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish. The collection will be displayed at Christie's in New York City this week before the auction. Coverage from outlets such as Yahoo, American Songwriter, and The Guardian emphasizes the historical significance of the guitars, particularly those used in Smiths classics like This Charming Man.

The auction includes a wide range of gear, with Marr expressing a desire for the instruments to continue being played. Christie's is handling the auction, and the collection is on display at their New York location. Watch for updates on the auction process and any notable bids or acquisitions from the collection.

Coverage does not yet specify the auction date or details about the bidding process.

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The obvious questions

Which guitars are included in the auction?

The auction includes nearly 100 guitars, featuring instruments played with The Smiths and Billie Eilish.

Where will the guitars be displayed before the auction?

The guitars will be on display at Christie's in New York City this week.

What is the significance of these guitars?

Many of the guitars have historical significance, particularly those used in Smiths classics such as This Charming Man.

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Johnny Marr The Smiths Billie Eilish Guitar Auction Christie's Music Memorabilia

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