Elton’s mother to sell memorabilia

A HIGHLY-PRIZED collection of Elton John memorabilia which is being sold by his mother is generating global interest from buyers, auctioneers said yesterday.

The treasure trove includes more than 100 gold and platinum discs, tour jackets and VIP passes his mother, Sheila Farebrother, used for backstage access at his concerts.

Two multi-platinum discs marking the success of Candle In The Wind, which recorded more than 33 million sales when it was re-released in tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales in 1997, are being sold.