Freddie Mercury's piano used for 'Bohemian Rhapsody' sells for record $2.2 million at auction of rock legend's prized possessions
- Freddie Mercury's piano, used to compose "Bohemian Rhapsody," sold for a record $2.2 million at auction.
- Handwritten lyrics to "Bohemian Rhapsody" fetched $1.7 million, while a silver snake bangle worn by Mercury sold for $881,000.
- The auction featured over 1,400 items from Mercury's personal collection, including costumes, artwork, and furniture.
- Proceeds from the $15.4 million sale will go to charities supported by Mercury.
- The piano sale broke the previous auction record held by John Lennon's Steinway piano at $2.1 million.