Jim Irsay just added an impressive piece of music memorabilia to his collection. Jenna Watson/IndyStar via Imagn Content Services, LLC

Colts owner Jim Irsay buys Elton John's piano for $915K

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 7/18/21

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay isn't afraid to shell out the cash.

According to ESPN's Mike Wells, Irsay paid $915,000 for a piano used by Elton John during his tours from 1974 through 1993. The famous musician signed the item, "Enjoy this as much as I have, Elton John."

Irsay was the highest bidder for the Steinway & Sons Model D Grand Piano at Heritage Auctions on Saturday in Dallas.

This is only the latest item purchased by Irsay. The 62-year-old bought a guitar used by David Gilmour of Pink Floyd for nearly $4 million two years ago and John Lennon's piano for more than $700,000. He also purchased one of Prince's guitars for almost $140,000 in 2016.

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90.

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