Michael Jackson-Lisa Marie Marriage Certificate Fetches $70,800

The original marriage certificate for Michael Jackson to the daughter of Elvis Presley, Lisa Marie Presley, sold for $70,800 at a multi-estate sale held by Philip Weiss Auctions.

The sale took place January 22 to 24 in Oceanside, New York. About 200 people were on hand when the certificate went to bid with over 1,000 registered Internet bidders. The certificate is considered on of the most important celebrity documents of the 20th century. It was signed by both singers and by State Official Hugo F. Perez. It had been laminated to protect it from the Dominican humidity. “This was a great way to start the new year,” Philip Weiss said in a press release for the auction house. “The story with this one was pretty much the same as last year’s sales. Great merchandise sparked spirited bidding, which resulted in strong prices. It’s all about the items. If you’re fortunate to attract quality, fresh-to-the-market consignments, you’ll do well every time.” The couple were married on May 26, 1994 in the Dominican Republic. The marriage lasted two years.