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Boba Fett rocket-firing prototype sells for world-record $236,000 at Hake’s June 2 Star Wars specialty auction
Star Wars collectibles in company’s last two sales have earned a combined $2.1 million Star Wars - Boba Fett Rocket-firing Prototype (L-slot) Afa 80+ Nm Action Figure. YORK, Pa. – The enduring, multigenerational appeal of Star Wars action figures and related collectibles was never more obvious than last night, as…
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Michael Jordan Nike Air Silver Cast, Muhammad Ali Headgear at Hindman
Jacob Weimer was Tornado Jake when he emerged as one of the Chicago Cubs’ top starting pitchers of the 20th century. Weimer was an American professional baseball player from Iowa. He batted right-handed but was a left-handed pitcher who eventually became one of the top left-handers in baseball history. From…
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GOT WHEELS? SJ AUCTIONEERS REVEALS!
SJ Auctioneers will host a fabulous collectible wheel auction on June12th 4:00pm. Buyers can view antique collectibles from Buddy L, Tonka, Brio, Tootsie toy, Matchbox Lesney, Kent, Dinky, Georg Fischer, Louis Mars, J. Chein, and more Prebidding and registration is available on live auctioneers site Bid now! https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/248282_silverware-collectible-toys-figurines-scarves/?page=1&pageSize=all Click the…
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Peppy Disney Animation Art and Rare Beatrix Potter Figurines Come to Auction
Artist David Willardson has designed a dynamic look for several Disney characters even as he maintained their timeless essence. Developing a lively graphic painting genre for 17 years, he has worked on many of Disney posters and film campaigns. A limited edition Disney serigraph signed by the artist is a…
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Hollywood Comes to Chicago for Potter & Potter Auctions' Enter The Matrix: The Wachowski Collection Sale
Potter & Potter Auctions of Chicago, IL held its Enter The Matrix: The Wachowski Collection auction on May 12th, 2022. This Hollywood-themed sale featured nearly 200 lots of memorabilia, props, awards, and concept art spanning the filmography of producers and directors Lilly Wachowski and Lana Wachowski. Items on offer included…
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Comics Featuring Debuts of Batman, Spiderman, X-Men & Wonder Woman Hit the Market in Single Sale
DC Detective Comics #27, Marvel Amazing Fantasy #15, Superman #1 & Batman #1 Headline Blockbuster Auction of Some of the Rarest & Most Desirable Comic Books. Original Green Lantern Cover Art by Iconic Illustrator Gil Kane & More Than 700 Item Unveiled in Goldin Elite Auction 1939 DC Detective Comics…
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Coin-Op & Advertising Auction to Offer J. P. Seeburg Orchestrion
The J.P. Seeburg Piano Company was one of the renowned makers of coin pianos in the 20th century. Founded in Chicago in 1907, the company quickly gained recognition for incorporating intricate details in its instruments. This May, Morphy Auctions will bring a J. P. Seeburg Style "G" upright orchestrion in…
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Julien's Auctions Presents Works by Helmut Newton and Bernard Buffet
Bernard Buffet’s paintings predominantly incorporate figurative and graphic compositions. In an attempt to address the importance of representational art, Buffet rejected the concept of abstract style which was dominating the art market at that time. His works revolved around the themes of death, pop culture, sexuality, and politics. A portrait…
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Stephenson’s to host April 22 Superheroes, Comic Books, Sports Memorabilia & Posters Auction
Fun-filled auction includes dozens of group-lots of Marvel, DC and other comics; lithographs and cels, fanzines, large collection of High Times magazines, boxing programs, vintage travel posters SOUTHAMPTON, Pa. – On Friday, April 22nd, superheroes and comic-character favorites will converge on Stephenson’s auction gallery in suburban Philadelphia for an exciting…
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EHC Fine Art’s Winter Contemporary Art & Editions Features Work by Yves Klein, Yoshitomo Nara, and Others
Highlighted in EHC Fine Art’s upcoming Winter Contemporary Art & Editions Sale is an untitled Yves Klein print featuring the artist’s signature International Klein Blue (IKB) color. The 2015 piece is one in an edition of only 50 and based on the artist’s 1961 original. Hand-numbered in pencil, this print…
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Lionel Classics and Other Rare Model Trains Appear at Turner Auctions + Appraisals
Available with Turner Auctions + Appraisals this March is a selection of Lionel Classics model trains. One leading lot includes six Lionel Classics pieces in their original boxes and packaging. There is a 1-381E locomotive, as well as passenger, Pullman, observation, and baggage cars. The Classics line recalls the company’s…
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Hake’s follows up $10M year with March 15-16 auction of ‘unicorns,’ including incomparable prizes from Star Wars, Cuban baseball and political button categories
Featured: Kenner Boba Fett J-slot rocket-firing prototype action figure, Cox/FDR jugate button not seen at auction for 40 years, only known Jose “Black Diamond” Mendez baseball card YORK, Pa. – Pop culture fans reacted with stunned disbelief, then excitement, last November when Hake’s sold a Captain American “hero-prop” shield used…
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Antique Gorham Cinderella Sterling Silver Tray and Vintage See & Play Walt Disney Castle Set at SJ Auctioneers
Connecticut-based designer Adolph H. Reimherr originally designed the “Cinderella” pattern round plate in sterling silver for Whiting Manufacturing Company. After Gorham Company acquired Whiting in 1924, it launched the Cinderella silverware under its brand name in 1925. An antique tray by the American manufacturer leads the upcoming sale from SJ…
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Turner Auctions + Appraisals Will Bring Eclectic Range of Counterculture Posters to Auction
Turner Auctions + Appraisals’ upcoming sale will offer several notable hippie, music, and counterculture posters. One of the featured lots is a poster for a movie titled Barfly. The 1987 film depicts the struggles of poet and alcoholic Henry Chinaski. He falls in love with a young woman and finds…
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Manny’s Music’s “Hall of Fame” Signed Photos of Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Nicks, and Others Presented by Julien’s Auctions
After nearly 75 years serving the musical needs of rock ‘n roll greats such as KISS, Elton John, The Allman Brothers, Black Sabbath, and others, New York City’s Manny’s Music closed its doors forever. Saxophone salesman Manny Goldrich opened the legendary guitar store on Midtown Manhattan’s Music Row in 1935.…
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Rare Dinky Toys Petrol Pump Set Seeks Highest Bidder in Upcoming SJ Auctioneers Event
Dinky Toys were famous for their die-cast model vehicles made by Liverpool-based company Meccano Ltd. Meccano mainly produced toy trucks, cars, aircraft, tanks, and ships. The upcoming SJ Auctioneers event features a rare set of Dinky Toys petrol pumps by Meccano Ltd. The petrol pump and oil bin set was…
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Goldin Brokers $3.18 Million Deal for Action Comics #1 On Behalf of Private Buyer
Iconic Comic Featuring the First Appearance of Superman Is Third Most Valuable Comic Sale of All-Time Action Comics #1. Image courtesy of Goldin. RUNNEMEDE, NJ, JANUARY 13, 2022 – An extremely rare copy of Action Comics #1, considered by many to be the most important comic book ever issued, was purchased…
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The One That You Want at Julien’s Auctions: Personal Items From Olivia Newton-John
In her recording career, singer and songwriter Olivia Newton-John has won four Grammy Awards and has been at the top of the charts in both the US and Britain. Eleven of her singles and 14 of her albums have been certified Gold by the RIAA, and she has global sales…
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Possessions of Golden Era’s Tap Dancing Legend Ann Miller at Julien's Auctions
Ann Miller tap-danced her way onto the global stage and into people's hearts. Part Cherokee, Miller was born Johnnie Lucille Collier in 1923 in Texas. As a kid, Johnnie or Ann was fond of dancing and even received tap-dancing shoes as a gift, which she nicked named Moe and Joe.…
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Ty Beanie Babies, Star Trek Collectibles Highlighted in Lion & Unicorn Toys and Games Auction
H. Ty Warner formed Ty Inc. in 1993. He intended to design and manufacture a line of quality stuffed toys that were affordable to even a child with allowance money. In early 1994, Warner and Ty Inc. introduced the original nine Beanie Babies. These were easily poseable, polyester toys intentionally…
