San Diego Comic Con 2010: Photos of Original TV & Movie Props and Costumes on Exhibit

This article features original television and movie prop and costume related photos from the main exhibit hall of Comic Con, which includes James Bond, Star Trek, Batman, Tron, Green Lantern, Harry Potter, Twilight, Thor, and more.

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Propworx “Official Star Trek Prop and Costume Auction” Catalog Online, Live Event August 8th in Las Vegas

The next PropWorx auction event is the sale of original TV and movie props and costumes from the Star Trek franchise and the “Experience” exhibit.  The auction will take place at the Creation Entertainment Official Star Trek Convention in Las Vegas on August 8th.  The full catalog for “The Official Star Trek Prop and Costume Auction” can be found online at the official Propworx website. Read more

‘LOST’ Items Not “Lost”; New ‘The Prop Blog’ and Unnamed Source Get Facts Wrong About Upcoming Auction According To Profiles in History

Yesterday, “The Prop Blog” (see New Website “The Prop Blog”…) published an article citing “a source that has chosen to remain anonymous” reporting that “Profiles in History plans to auction off only what they have determined to be the top 1,000 pieces” in their upcoming LOST auction.  Read more

Propworx Completes 75% of Iron Man Auction; Remaining 25% Delayed One Week Due To Technical Difficulties

According to their own “media alert” (see IMPORTANT ALERT: Iron Man Auction Update!), Propworx has delayed the auction of the last 25% of the lots of props and costumes from their Iron Man sale yesterday.  Read more

NOTICE: “The Original Prop Blog” Has No Affiliation With New Website “The Prop Blog” (Screaming Sports? Propworx?)

There is a new website called “The Prop Blog”.  In that this can cause confusion for anyone searching for “The Original Prop Blog” – since the name is nearly the identical – I thought it would be appropriate to publish a public notice and statement of the fact that “The Prop Blog” has no connection nor affiliation whatsoever with “The Original Prop Blog”.  However, based on my research, I would like to pose an open question:  Is there a relationship between “The Prop Blog” and “Propworx” or its principals? Read more

Propworx Iron Man Movie Prop and Costume Auction Catalog Online, Live Event April 18th at C2E2

The next big PropWorx auction event is the sale of original movie props and costumes from the first Iron Man film starring Robert Downey Jr., on behalf of Marvel Studios.  The auction will take place at the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2) on Sunday, April 18th.  Online bidding is available via LiveAuctioneers and the full catalog can be found online. Read more

Details on PropWorx Iron Man Movie Props, Costumes, Auction Catalog

PropWorx, best known for its liquidation of assets from Battlestar Galactica via two live auction events and thousands of eBay auctions, has launched a new website with details about one of its new licenses, Iron Man, on behalf of Marvel Studios.  In addition to photos and descriptions of some of the nicer items is a page to pre-order a limited edition auction catalog which appears to be impressive. Read more

More On Propworx Stargate Prop & Costume Auctions: eBay Feedback

A reader got in touch with me with observations regarding the recent article on the new Propworx auctions (see Propworx Launches Stargate eBay Auctions, Website; Announces Live Auction Events), making note of the initial items sold (most for $0.99) with positive feedback and related remarks left for the “propworx2″ seller account for those eBay transactions.  Read more

Propworx Launches Stargate eBay Auctions, Website; Announces Live Auction Events

Propworx, known for their auction of original props, costumes, and other production material from Battlestar Galactica, has now begun selling entertainment memorabilia from the Stargate franchise on eBay on behalf of MGM, with plans of holding two live auctions selling such material in the future. Read more

Disney To Acquire Marvel Entertainment In $4 Billion Deal; Future Impact on “Studio Reseller” Deals?

Disney announced today that it is in the process of buying Marvel Entertainment for $4 billion dollars in cash and stock.  This acquisition will include ownership over Marvel’s thousands of characters as well as Marvel Studios, which is responsible for film franchises such as Iron Man, The Avengers, Thor, and Captain America. Read more

Banned From The “Star Trek Props, Costumes, and Auctions” Forum

Yesterday Alec Peters, CEO of PropWorx, banned me as a member of his “Star Trek Props, Costumes, and Auctions” discussion forum.  Since bans from discussion forums are public acts – presumably as a consequence of bad behavior – I thought it would be appropriate to make a note of this here, to memorialize my perspective.  Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Video Interview with Alec Peters, PropWorx

I had an opportunity to meet and chat with Alec Peters, CEO of PropWorx, while attending San Diego Comic Con.  The video interview includes a recap of the Battlestar Galactica auction (past and future), a “state of the hobby” review, talk about competition among other dealers/resellers and auction houses, a discussion of issues in the hobby, and news about the future of PropWorx. Read more

Battlestar Galactica Original Prop Auction II Update – Shipping and Fulfillment Costs/Details

One of the few missteps with the first Battlestar Galactica auction concerned post auction shipping costs and fulfillment (see Propworx/Battlestar Galactica: Post Auction Event Update).  With this second event just days away, PropWorx CEO Alec Peters has published the details concerning shipping and fulfillment for this next event, so all interested bidders are armed with very clear and detailed information.  Read more

Battlestar Galactica Original Prop Auction II Update – Print Edition of Second Catalog Available

As noted last month (see Live Event Catalog Available Online), the online PDF version of the catalog for the second Battlestar Galactica auction event has been made available for this month’s auction in Pasadena, May 8th-10th.  Collectors started receiving the print edition in the mail in the past week or so, and I received a comp copy from PropWorx, so I thought I’d share my observations, as done with the first catalog published in January. Read more

Battlestar Galactica Original Prop Auction II Update – Live Event Catalog Available Online

The electronic version of the Propworx auction catalog for their second upcoming Battlestar Galactica prop auction is available for download – the live event is is scheduled for May 8-10, 2009 in Pasadena, CA. Read more

Final Battlestar Galactica Original Prop & Costume Live Auction Set for May 8th-10th in Pasadena

Propworx has published a new press release about their second and final Battlestar Galactica original prop and costume live auction event.  It is scheduled for May 8th-10th, 2009 at the Pasadena Convention Center.  Below is the official press release. Read more

Propworx/Battlestar Galactica: Post Auction Event Update

This article serves as a post auction update for Propworx and their handling of the liquidation of assets from the Battlestar Galactica series on behalf of NBC Universal.  This will cover the newly issued Propworx Certificates of Authenticity, shipping and handling of merchandise, customer service, ongoing eBay auctions, upcoming events, and related news. Read more

Battlestar Galactica Live Auction Day One: Impressions of The Event, Propworx, & The Auction Network Service

Today was the first of Propworx’s two day auction of assets from the television series, Battlestar Galactica. The first 400 of 800 items were sold at auction live in Pasadena and online via the Auction Network.  I was very impressed with Propworx’s handling of the event as well as the Auction Network bidding service. Read more

Battlestar Galactica eBay Auctions Online, Lead Into Live Event

Propworx has today listed on eBay nearly 200 assets from the Battlestar Galactica series, which are scheduled to end Monday, following the live event and activities this weekend in Pasadena. Each of these listings start at $0.99 with no reserve. Read more

Battlestar Galactica Original Prop Auction Update – Print Edition of Catalog Available

As noted last month (see Live Event Catalog Available Online), the online PDF version of the catalog for the Battlestar Galactica auction event was made available in early December.  Collectors started receiving the print edition in the mail in the past week or so, and I received a comp copy over the weekend, so I thought I’d share my observations. Read more

Battlestar Galactica Original Prop Auction Update – Live Event Catalog Available Online

The electronic version of the Propworx auction catalog for their upcoming Battlestar Galactica prop auction is available for download – the live event is is scheduled for January 16-18, 2009 in Pasadena, CA.  Read more

Battlestar Galactica Original Prop Auction Update – Press Release, Q&A

Propworx has circulated a new press release about their upcoming Battlestar Galactica prop auctions – both the live event in Pasadena and the subsequent eBay auctions.  The live event is scheduled for January 16-18, 2009.  Below is the official press release and my short Q&A with Propworx’s CEO, Alec Peters. Read more

Battlestar Galactica Auction Date & Location Set

As a follow-up last month’s audio interview with Propworx CEO, Alec Peters, he has since announced the date and location of the first live auction, along with other details.  Per the official BattleStarProps.com website: Read more

Featured Audio Interview: Alec Peters, Propworx (Battlestar Galactica Auctions)

I spent some time today talking with Alec Peters, CEO of newly created Propworx, about the upcoming events promoting the final Battlestar Galactica episodes and the auction of original prop and costume assets from the show, in conjunction with NBC Universal Television (see Press Release).  In order to share a great deal of information about these topics, I conducted a taped interview which can be heard using the MP3 player below (Adobe Flash required): Read more

“Propworx” to Auction Original Props & Wardrobe from Battlestar Galactica

The following press release announces the partnership between NBC Universal and “Propworx” to auction over 3,000 original props and costumes from the contemporary Battlestar Galactica television series: Read more

Website Review: Star Trek Prop, Costume & Auction Message Board

Website Name: The Star Trek Prop, Costume & Auction Message Board

Website URL: http://startrek.invisionzone.com Read more