Auction

Handwritten lyrics, costumes and Japanese art: The contents of Freddie Mercury’s home to be sold at auction

Every object will be taken from Mercury’s London home which he bequeathed to his friend Mary Austin after his death in 1991

Freddie Mercury’s crown and cloak, often worn during performances, including here at Wembley Stadium, London, in 1986 are just some of the pieces that will be going up for auction in September. Photo: Sotheby's