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Archives for 2012

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Announcement: Christie’s & EON Productions “50 Years of James Bond – The Auction”

I had heard about this auction from multiple sources going back to earlier this year, so I’m glad to see that it’s finally been officially announced.  The Christie’s sale, in conjunction with EON Productions, has been titled “50 Years of James Bond – The Auction”.  Given that choice Bond pieces have realized extraordinarily high prices in recent years, particularly those sales held in England, I expect that this will be a fascinating auction to watch.  Auction proceeds are to benefit UNICEF. [Read more…]

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“Cancer Gets LOST” Charity Memorabilia Auction Online, Proceeds To Benefit the National Brain Tumor Society

An online auction has been created by Cancer Gets LOST which will also feature a webcast and party, with profits benefiting the National Brain Tumor Society.  The bulk of the auction material is related to the popular and successful television series, LOST. [Read more…]

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Two Great New Star Trek Sites Launched: The Wrath of Dhan Star Trek Prop + Costume Collection & Blog

Don Hillenbrand, a friend of mine that I’ve become acquainted with in collecting over the years, has recently launched two new Star Trek sites that I thought readers of the Original Prop Blog may want to check out and subscribe to for ongoing updates.  The first is called “Wrath of Dhan: Star Trek Prop + Costume Collection“, which is a showcase of his private collection.  The second is the “Wrath of Dhan: Star Trek Prop + Costume Blog“, with articles about the hobby and some of his pieces. [Read more…]

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Original TV and Movie Prop & Costume, Hollywood Entertainment, Pop & Rock Music, & Pop Culture Memorabilia Live Auction Events Calendar

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to collectors. Please also note that I update changes/additions to the calendar until the next update, in order to maintain as up to date as possible. [Read more…]

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Movie Prop Thief Caught On Tape UPDATE – Police Seek Help Finding Erick Duane Johnson

Law enforcement is seeking help finding a suspect in Portland, Oregon who they believe stole movie prop guns that were on display at Movie Madness (a Winchester rifle used by John Wayne in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) and a shotgun used by William Holden in The Wild Bunch (1969)).  As reported last week, the theft was captured on video tape.  Based on tips from the public, the police detectives are asking for the public’s help finding Erick Duanne Johnson, 47. [Read more…]

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Profiles in History The Dreier Collection Movie Prop Auction “Apples to Apples” Sale Comparison: After Sale List, “Peer Review” Update, Props as Investment?

Since much of The Dreier Collection that is being sold at auction through Profiles in History (beginning with their Part 1 sale having concluded today) was originally purchased at auction through Profiles in History, I thought that it would be interesting to compare some of the lots with their original hammer price (sans Buyer’s Premium) against the new sale price from the new auction. [NOTE: some updates made on 7/30 as marked and noted below] [Read more…]

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Profiles in History The Dreier Collection Movie Prop Auction “Apples to Apples” Sale Comparison: Pre-Sale List

Since much of The Dreier Collection that is being sold at auction through Profiles in History (beginning with their Part 1 sale tomorrow) was original purchased at auction through Profiles in History, I thought that it would be interesting to compare some of the lots with their original hammer price (sans Buyer’s Premium) against the new sale price from the new auction. [Read more…]

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The Harry Crocker Museum: The First Movie Prop Museum? Any Records, Information, or Photos? Whereabouts of Classic Hollywood Artifacts?

I came across a post on NitrateVille.com asking about The Harry Crocker Museum – described as “The First Museum Dedicated To Famous Movie Props” – and I’d never heard of it.  Other than an issue of Photoplay dated December 1928, I could have no record of its very existence.  I would be curious if anyone has any additional information about this museum, or if any of the material on display or referenced in the article still exists. [Read more…]