Led Zeppelin’s Legendary Guitar Used in Iconic ‘Stairway to Heaven’ Performance Sells for Record-Breaking $345,000 at Auction, Cementing Its Place in Music History as One of the Most Iconic and Revered Instruments Ever Played in the Golden Age of Rock ‘n’ Roll
In a historic moment for rock music collectors and fans alike, the guitar used by Jimmy Page during Led Zeppelin’s legendary live performance of “Stairway to Heaven” has sold at auction for a staggering $345,000, setting a new record for a Led Zeppelin-related artifact and solidifying the instrument’s place in the annals of music history.
The sale took place at Christie’s Rock & Roll Memorabilia Auction in London, where the 1971 Gibson EDS-1275 double-neck guitar—famous for its unique design and thunderous tone—captivated bidders from around the globe. This is the same model Page used in the band’s most iconic performances of “Stairway to Heaven,” particularly during their celebrated 1973 Madison Square Garden show, immortalized in the film The Song Remains the Same.
The winning bidder, whose identity remains confidential, described the guitar as “a piece of pure music mythology.” The instrument still bears signs of wear from Page’s explosive playing style, including scratches, sweat stains, and even minor dings—each one telling a story of rock history.
Auction house officials were overwhelmed by global interest.
“This guitar isn’t just wood and strings—it’s the heartbeat of an era,” said Christie’s specialist Eleanor Martin.
Jimmy Page has not yet commented publicly, but close sources say he was “pleased” the guitar went to someone who understood its historical value.
This sale comes amid renewed interest in Led Zeppelin, following the recent buzz around the “Becoming Led Zeppelin” documentary. For fans, this auction confirms what they’ve always believed: “Stairway to Heaven” isn’t just a song—it’s a sacred moment in rock history, and now, its most important instrument has a home worthy of its legend.
