This is an update of the outcome of the Superman costumes offered for sale on eBay via auction in the last two updates (see “Superman Costumes in the Marketplace Round-Up: April, May“, “Superman Costumes in the Marketplace Round-Up: February, March, April“).
This is part of the ongoing series of articles about costumes in the marketplace attributed to use by Christopher Reeve in the Superman films of the 70s and 80s (see “Questions About Superman Costumes in the Marketplace: Authenticity, Sources, Quantity“).
Of the ten auction items listed below, there is only one recorded sale – $1,075 for a “Superman III” costume in early February – the other nine costumes were 1) ended early by the seller, 2) ended with no bids, or 3) had bidding activity that did not meet the reserve.
Several of these items have been listed a number of times – the archive listings represent the last recorded offering.
May 2008 Superman Costume eBay Listings Recap
eBay Seller: batttttman
Auction Title: “SUPERMAN coustume from movie“; “NEW LOW STARTING BID (MY LOSS your gain)”
Noted Source/Provenance: Armando Alvarez, Super Hollywood; Jim Hambrick, Super Museum
eBay Item #: 120264999040
End Date: 05/27/08
Auction Result: 1 Bids ($500.00 High Bid; $7,000.00 “Buy It Now”)), No Winning Bidder (“Reserve Not Met”), No Recorded Sale
Full Auction Archive: “SUPERMAN coustume from movie“
Description:
Superman suit from the 3rd movie it is a flying suit. I bought this years ago from superhollywood . it was apraised by Jim Hambrick for 11,200 then I bought the belt from Jim its real and added the boots they are remakes. it was up for sale at the superman musem in 06 (Jims) and did not sell. Jim said he would sell it for me but he could not send the paper work for it because he was doing a deal with WB and he could not because of that but he would sell it I have the post marked box Jim sent it back to Me in.and the flyer that shows the photo and add from when I bought it so I am selling it AS IS. you can call Jim if you want. the tags were cut out when I got this. !!!!!!!!!Iwould be interested in a superman or batman #1 comic.!!!!!!!!!!!! check out www.orginalprop.com/blog it has info on superman suits and the big ebay sellers of suits! and what they are made of the same as mine..there is also the same suit on this blog for sale fot$84,000 .and a data sheet on suits sold. I got permisson to sell this from Craig Hoffman at warner bros. they started keeping there suits in 1992 and before that ,these suits were alowed to be sold. thanks for looking Brent
eBay Seller: lutcom4imh
Auction Title: “Superman 3 screen worn costume[Christophrt Reeve.“, “ALL ORIGINAL”
Noted Source/Provenance: Jim Hambrick, Super Museum
eBay Item #: 130222179651
End Date: 05/19/08
Auction Result: 33 Bids ($9,001.10 high bid), No Winning Bidder (“Reserve Not Met”), No Recorded Sale
Full Auction Archive: “Superman 3 screen worn costume[Christophrt Reeve.“
Description:
100% ORIGINAL SCREEN USED COSTUME WORN BY CHRISTOPHER REEVE IN SUPERMAN 3.
COSTUME IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. SEE THE MANY HIGH DETAIL SCANS.
THIS IS AN OUTDOOR SHOT COSTUME AND IS THE LIGHTEST SHADE OF BLUE OF ALL THE VARIATIONS.NOTE BELT AND BOOTS ARE ORIGINALLY FROM SUPERMAN THE MOVIE.
COSTUME CONSISTS OF TUNIC, THE RED TRUNKS ARE ATTACHED TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BLUE TUNIC
BLUE POLY TIGHTS ARE SIZE 34.
SUPERMAN CAPE IS CRIMSON RED AND IS 60 IN IN LENGTH.S EMBLEM IS EMBROIDERED/STITCHED ON
TUNIC AND LEGGINGS AND CAPE ARE FROM SUPERMAN 3…
BELT IS FROM SUPERMAN THE MOVIE 1978. BOOTS ARE SIZE 12 AND FROM SUPERMAN THE MOVIE.1978
THIS COSTUME IS FROM THE ARCHIVES/COLLECTION OF THE SUPERMAN MUSEUM IN METROPOLIS ILL. THE COSTUME WAS ON DISPLAY THERE FOR 7 YEARS.
A COMPLETE NOTORIZED CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY FROM THE FOREMOST SUPERMAN COLLECTOR WILL ACCOMPANY THE COSTUME AND IS AVAILIBLE FOR VIEW UPON REQUST.
eBay Seller: ia1327
Auction Title: “SUPERMAN MOVIE PROP- S SHIELD EMBLEM FROM CAPE FRAMED”
Noted Source/Provenance: Armando Alvarez, Ana Mungia, Super Hollywood
eBay Item #: 220234063642
End Date: 05/18/08
Auction Result: No Bids (at $999.00 Buy It Now), No Winning Bidder, No Recorded Sale
Full Auction Archive: “SUPERMAN MOVIE PROP- S SHIELD EMBLEM FROM CAPE FRAMED“
Description:
YOU ARE BIDDING ON A VERY RARE YELLOW S SHIELD EMBLEM FROM ONE OF THE RED CAPES FROM THE SUPERMAN MOVIES STARRING CHRISTOPHER REEVE.
THE S HAS BEEN PROFESSIONALLY FRAMED AND MATTED. THE PICTURE DOES NOT DO THE ITEM JUSTICE.
ITEM IS ACCOMPANIED WITH A LETTER FROM SUPER HOLLYWOOD IN FLORIDA AND SIGNED BY ANA MUNGIA (WARDROBE MGM STUDIOS AND CREATIVE DESIGN)
THE LETTER READS, “This is to certify that the yellow S Shield emblem was given to me as a personal gift during the Salkinds, work on their Superboy production (late 1980s early 1990s) The above is true and correct. It is believed to have been used in the production of their Superman movies of the late 1970’s starring Christopher Reeve. It is believed to have been used and removed from one of the red wool capes worn in the movie. Thank you”
eBay Seller: kronickentertainment
Auction Title: “Superman C. Reeve Worn Movie Costume“, “With Documentation from the film’s producer.”
Noted Source/Provenance: Anastacia Salkind
eBay Item #: 200223651847
End Date: 05/17/08
Auction Result: 21 Bids ($800.00 High Bid), No Winning Bidder (“Reserve Not Met”), No Recorded Sale, High Bidder “No Longer A Registered User”
Full Auction Archive: “Superman C. Reeve Worn Movie Costume“
Description:
We are proud to present…..
This is one of the actual screen worn S Logo’s which was attached to Christopher Reeve’s screen worn Superman cape. Included with the emblem is an actual oversized section of the cape itself which was removed following filming. Unlike many Superman items that have surfaced in the past years this artifact has a hand signed letter from Anastasia Salkind, who is the daughter of the film’s producer. This is the first Superman item we have encountered with Salkind provinence and authenticity. An amazing item from an amazing film.
Salkind Letter:
This Superman movie yellow cape “S” emblem is believed to be one of the original Christopher Reeve Superman principal emblems from our movie of the late 1970’s. It is one of the hero costume pieces and consists of yellow “S” emblem on original red cape fabric.
I am releasing a few of the items from my personal collection to private collectors.
Anastasia M. Salkind
April 2008 Superman Costume eBay Listings Recap
eBay Seller: super38
Auction Title: “Superman tunic Reeve with attached trunks“
Noted Source/Provenance: Armando Alvarez, Super Hollywood
eBay Item #: 250238148490
End Date: 04/19/08
Auction Result: “The seller ended this listing early because the item is no longer available for sale”
Full Auction Archive: “superman tunic Reeve with attached trunks“
Description:
We are listing this as a consignment piece. It is for the tunic, with attached red trunks and belt loops only. Please email any and all questions. Shipping for USA only. Thank you.
eBay Seller: waynelhc
Auction Title: “Complete Superman Outfit with Wax Christopher Reeve“, “Authentic Superman Outfit”
Noted Source/Provenance: Jim Hambrick, Super Museum
eBay Item #: 130213976231
End Date: 04/18/08
Auction Result: 0 Bids ($25,000.00 “Buy It Now”), No Winning Bidder, No Recorded Sale
Full Auction Archive: “Complete Superman Outfit with Wax Christopher Reeve“
Description:
Complete Superman Outfit
The complete superman costume including blue poly long sleeve top with full length zipper with red and yellow “S” emblem sewn in, red trunks with four belt loops sewn on, blue poly tights with footing, red full length cape with yellow and black “S” emblem sewn on, belt buckle and one pair of size 12 red leather knee high boots is in fact a superman costume that Christopher Reeve wore in his role as superman circa 1980’s. The costume overall is in excellent condition as far as superman costumes go from superman movies. These costume pieces are directly from the collection/archives of the Supermuseum in Metropolis, IL “Home of Superman”. The costume was an exhibit in the Supermuseum for about 7 years before it was changed out. It is currently on display at Historic Auto Attractions museum in Northern Illinois. Included is a letter of Authentication.The head and hands were done by Alvarez Wax, valued at $10,000, the costume is valued anywhere from $25,000 to $50,000. Both are being sold together as a complete package.
Serious Questions and Inquiries only.
eBay Seller: waynelhc
Auction Title: “Christopher Reeve Cape from Superman”
Noted Source/Provenance: None Provided
eBay Item #: 130213963793
End Date: 04/18/08
Auction Result: 0 Bids ($15,000.00 “Buy It Now”), No Winning Bidder, No Recorded Sale
Full Auction Archive: “Christopher Reeve Cape from Superman“
Description:
Christopher Reeve Cape from “Superman” Warner Bros., 1978.
The iconic bright red cape with the big yellow “S” patch affixed to the back that Christopher Reeve wore as he portrayed Superman in the blockbuster seventies film. A handwritten notation reading flying cape pretty good damage appears on the inside lining of this piece that has been purposely distressed with a number of holes and dirt stains and a color still showing Reeves attired in the cape is included as well.
This particular cape was used in many of the flying scenes of the movie and is much more rare than other capes worn in the movie. Not the normal cape, this cape contains Velcro slits to allow wires to pass thru the cape and attach to a harness that lifted Mr. Reeve into the air. It also uses several snaps to affix the cape to the back of Mr. Reeve and allow it to stay securely attached to him during the shoot.
With the new movie “Superman Returns” already in theaters, this piece of memorabilia will no doubt be increased in value as the years go by. With the recent resurgence of comic book popularity in the last 5 years, with such films as: X-Men, The Punisher, The Hulk, Elektra, Spiderman, and the new Batman movies, Superman Returns will no doubt re-energize the popularity of the old superman series starring Christopher Reeve. Own not only a piece of Hollywood History, but an American Icon beloved around the world from people of all ages!
Right out of the Collection of Historic Auto Attractions in Roscoe, Illinois.
Serious Questions Only!
March 2008 Superman Costume eBay Listings Recap
eBay Seller: costumejunkie
Auction Title: “Christopher Reeves SUPERMAN Costume”
Noted Source/Provenance: Armando Alvarez, Ana Mungia, Super Hollywood
eBay Item #: 140215179371
End Date: 03/15/08
Auction Result: 0 Bids ($9,999.99 “Buy It Now”), No Winning Bidder, No Recorded Sale
Full Auction Archive: “Christopher Reeves SUPERMAN Costume“
Description:
Original Superman costume (tunic with shorts attached and cape). It was originally acquired by MGM costumer Ana Mungia, who worked as the head costumer on The Adventures of Superboy. Ilya Salkind, the producer for Superman films as well as the Superboy TV series, presented this costume to Mungia as a model for the Superboy costume. Comes with a letter of authenticity from Ana Mungia. A rare opportunity to own one of the very few Christopher Reeve Superman costumes in existence!
Another sold in Profiles in History, one in Christie’s, and another in Southeby’s.
All went for $20,000 and up !!
Guernsey’s has one up for auction STARTING at $30,000
We’re still selling our private collection to raise money for medical bills.
I need to add the white spot in the photo is a GLARE and not on the cape : – )
We will also be auctioning off AUTHENTIC Star Trek command uniforms and others.
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eBay Seller: super38
Auction Title: “superman movie costume S shield cape emblem Reeve“
Noted Source/Provenance: Armando Alvarez, Ana Mungia, Super Hollywood
eBay Item #: 250225666976
End Date: 03/20/08
Auction Result: “The seller ended this listing early because the item is no longer available for sale”
Full Auction Archive: “superman movie costume S shield cape emblem Reeve“
Description:
Yellow S emblem. Red fabric is to show presentation suggestion. Auction is for the yellow Chris Reeves Superman emblem. Authentic and original with costumers COA. Please email any and all questions. Shipping quoted for USA only. Please email for overseas shipping information. Super Hollywood We are starting the bidding low to save on listing fee’s. Item is appraised in the $800 to $1,500 range.
February 2008 Superman Costume eBay Listings Recap
eBay Seller: acdean2000
Auction Title: “SUPERMAN 3 EVIL COSTUME CHRISTOPHER REEVE“
Noted Source/Provenance: Armando Alvarez, Ana Mungia, Super Hollywood
eBay Item #: 300195241229
End Date: 02/06/08
Auction Result: 17 Bids ($1,075.00 Winning Bid), tigerblood77 Winning Bidder
Full Auction Archive: “SUPERMAN 3 EVIL COSTUME CHRISTOPHER REEVE“
Description:
Up for auction is the EVIL SUPERMAN COSTUME from Superman 3. It has the Berman and Nathans tags in the tunic and a repro belt. It includes the tunic, leggings and cape.
The Berman & Nathans tags says…CHRISTOPHER REEVE, COLOUR E 13929, SUPERMAN
A must for any superman collector. Own a piece of Hollywood History. This Superman costume comes with a letter of provenance establishing it’s authenticity. I’m only letting this go because I’m buying a new condo and I have to part with some of my movie memorabillia.
All sales are final. Seller must contact me within two days of winning the auction. I accept Paypal, Money Order, Cashier’s check and Personal check.
Free Shipping via UPS.
Payment due within 7 days. All non paying bidders will be reported to ebay and left negative feedback.
THANKS FOR LOOKING!!!
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There’s only one tag in the tunic and it says CHRISTOPHER REEVE, COLOUR E 13929, SUPERMAN. The provenance states the following: SUPER HOLLYWOD 2071 Galahad Dr. Deltona, Florida July 1991 The Chris Reeve Dark Blue Superman III; tunic, maroon and golden S shield, dark maroon attached trunks with belt loops. With matching dark blue leggings, dark red cape, is believe to be one of the Christopher Reeve movie costumes from the Superman III movie. During the late 1980’s to early 1990’s I had the pleasure in assisting the Salkinds prodiction in their Adventures of Superboy television series. As a model for the Superboy costume, we were given access to the original Superman costumes of Berman’s of England. This was one of the costumes given to me as a gift. The Above is true and correct. At the bottom it has the Signature of someone in creative costume design.
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Jason De Bord
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