Calling all movie buffs! Get ready for the largest film and TV memorabilia auction ever, as props worn by iconic stars such as Audrey Hepburn, Michael J. Fox, and Olivia Newton-John are expected to fetch over $8 million. Propstore, a leading prop auction site, will be auctioning off 1,700 rare and iconic lots this March, offering a chance to own some super cool vintage film mementos.
Key Takeaway
A massive film and TV memorabilia auction is set to take place, featuring iconic props from beloved movies and TV shows, with an estimated total value of over $8 million. Enthusiasts will have the opportunity to bid on rare and historic items, including those from Star Wars, Star Trek, Grease, Indiana Jones, and more.
Iconic Movie Props Up for Grabs
Star Wars fans will have the opportunity to bid on Anthony Daniels’ light-up C-3PO head from 1983’s “Return of the Jedi,” with an estimated price tag of a whopping $1 million. Captain Picard’s ‘Stark Trek’ command chair is also set to go under the hammer, with an estimated value of $100,000. Additionally, Sandy’s “Grease” drive-in costume is expected to fetch up to $50,000, while the screen-matched stunt leather jacket from “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” worn by Vic Armstrong, could go for an impressive $200,000 to $400,000.
A Glimpse into Film History
The auction will also feature vintage items from other timeless classics such as 1969’s “Easy Rider,” 1985’s “Back to the Future,” and the 1967 James Bond flick “You Only Live Once.” Notably, Harry Potter fans will have the chance to bid on Harry Potter’s wand from “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.”
Public Access and Bidding Details
The entire catalog of props is available to the public, allowing enthusiasts to browse ahead of time and plan their potential bids. The three-day bidding event is scheduled to commence on March 12 at L.A.’s Petersen Automotive Museum.
