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kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props: Update 3

kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props: Update 3 | flugzeughalle intro x380

This is a follow-up to previous articles (see kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props… and Update 1) in which  original prop auctions by “kellysheroesmilitaria” on eBay were compared with matching items available for sale from online retailers, as well as another article (Update 2) looking at medals attributed to Band of Brothers that were not created until late 1945 and 1981, following the end of World War II.  This update now compares non-movie prop purchases made on eBay by “kellysheroesmilitaria” and items that appear to match being resold as original props. [Read more…]

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kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props – Update 2

kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props - Update 2 | band of brothers intro x380

This is a follow-up to previous articles (see kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props… and Update 1) in which  original prop auctions by “kellysheroesmilitaria” on eBay were compared with matching items available for sale from online retailers.  This update now analyzes two medals offered at auction attributed to use in the HBO television series, Band of Brothers.  Special thanks to the OPB reader who identified these medals. [Read more…]

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kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props: Update 1

kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props: Update 1 | western replica compare x380 alt

This is a follow-up to an article posted a few days ago (see kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props and Jas Townsend & Son Products) in which a reader pointed out some interesting original prop auctions by “kellysheroesmilitaria” on eBay and matching retail props available for sale at retail.  Below are some additional pieces offered for sale as original movie props that match items available for sale at retail. [Read more…]

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Superman Costume Matrix: Auction House/Dealer Website Public Offerings, Version 1.2

Superman Costume Matrix: Auction House/Dealer Website Public Offerings, Version 1.2 | superman costume matrix 06 07 08 x380

This work product is part of the ongoing series of articles about Superman costumes in the marketplace, tracking public auction house sales of costume items 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“). [Read more…]

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kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props and Jas Townsend & Son Products

kellysheroesmilitaria Original Props and Jas Townsend & Son Products | potc knifes x380

A reader pointed out some interesting original prop auctions by “kellysheroesmilitaria” on eBay and matching retail props available for sale at website Jas Townsend & Son, Inc. (www.jas-townsend.com).  Some of the eBay auctions also feature the same photos found at Jas Townsend & Son. [Read more…]

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Julien’s “The Godfather” Movie Prop Clapperboard

As reported in past articles, Julien’s held their “Entertainment Sale Hollywood Memorabilia” auction at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas on June 21 (LINK).  One of the items featured prominently in their marketing raised some questions on the Movie Prop Forum, with Rick Spector of Stairway to the Stars questioning the date on the clapboard (or clapperboard) attributed to use in The Godfather, as well as the “I” in the film title.  I’ve since picked up a copy of The Godfather Legacy by Harlan Lebo which seems to raise further questions about the markings on this piece that realized $4,500.00 at auction (plus 25%-27.5% Buyer’s Premium). [Read more…]

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Terminator Endo Skull on eBay, Part 2 (Blu-Ray Stills, The Winson Effect)

Terminator Endo Skull on eBay, Part 2 (Blu-Ray Stills, The Winson Effect) | terminator endo skull auction comparison x380

This is a continuation of the first article looking at the “SCREEN-USED ENDOSKELETON HEAD FROM THE 1984 FILM “TERMINATOR” STARRING ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER”.  I have compiled high resolution screen captures from The Terminator Blu-Ray Disc.  I have also researched the great detail about the development and filming of the Terminator endoskeleton and skull by Stan Winston Studios in the book, “The Winston Effect” (see Book Review: The Winston Effect).  These images and information are compared and contrasted with the endo skull offered at auction that is “MADE COMPLETELY OUT OF METAL”. [Read more…]

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Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 32″ Catalog Available Online

The Profiles in History website has updated it’s main page for the second time today, and the catalog is now available (as a download in PDF) for the next auction, Hollywood Auction 32, to be held at their offices in Calabassas Hills, CA July 31 & August 1, 2008. [Read more…]