Tekashi 6ix9ine's Seized Platinum Plaques Fetch High Prices at IRS Auction

In a recent auction conducted by Market Auctions, items seized from rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine sold for significantly higher than their estimated values, driven by collector enthusiasm for his RIAA-certified platinum record plaques and luxury goods. The auction saw nearly 95% of items exceed their pre-auction estimates, with plaques for songs like 'BEBE' and 'GUMMO' fetching $24,320 and $18,240, respectively. Jacob Kodner, Managing Partner of Market Auctions, described the plaques as 'irreplaceable pieces of music history,' indicating that buyers were investing in a legacy. Additionally, pieces of jewelry, including a Hermès Birkin bag and a Cartier watch, also brought in impressive sums—$23,680 and $22,080, respectively. This auction follows the IRS's seizure of 6ix9ine's assets due to unpaid taxes, underscoring his financial struggles after years of public success. Despite these challenges, the auction highlighted a strong market for high-end collectibles in the hip-hop memorabilia space.