Rare C-3PO Prop from Star Wars Hits Auction Block in Epic Movie Memorabilia Sale
Calling all 'Star Wars' enthusiasts! Get ready to bid on the iconic head of C-3PO in an upcoming mega movie memorabilia auction This is your chance to own a piece of the galaxy's favorite protocol droid Don't miss out on this out-of-this-world opportunity!
Star Wars enthusiasts will have the opportunity to purchase the head of C-3PO in an upcoming movie memorabilia auction. This highly coveted item is projected to sell for an astounding £1 million ($1.2 million), requiring more than just the force to secure.
The head, adorned with glowing eyes, is part of a vast collection of over 1,800 movie and TV mementos that will be up for auction at Propstore in London and online from November 9 to 12. This particular item belonged to Anthony Daniels, the actor behind C-3PO in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Additional items available for purchase from Daniels' collection include various items related to C-3PO, such as his hands and feet. Moreover, there are hand-annotated scripts and even an unopened cereal box that was used as a prop by C-3PO. In a press release, Daniels expressed his confidence that these valuable pieces will find their way into the hands of deserving individuals. He also expressed his hope that Star Wars enthusiasts and collectors worldwide will find joy in owning a genuine piece of this iconic franchise.
C-3PO is one of "Star Wars'" most iconic characters.
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With costumes and props from other movies also available, the auction as a whole is expected to fetch more than £12 million ($14.6 million).
Other items with significant movie history are available. Fans have the opportunity to acquire Don Vito Corleone's coat from "The Godfather," a garment worn by Marlon Brando, which is estimated to be sold for a maximum price of £50,000 ($61,000). Additionally, there is the iconic claw-like glove worn by Freddy Krueger in "A Nightmare on Elm Street," anticipated to fetch up to £400,000 ($486,000) at auction.
Propstore will be auctioning off the largest collection of "Blade Runner" memorabilia ever assembled. Additionally, an iconic bull whip from the "Temple of Doom" in the Indiana Jones series is expected to be sold for up to £200,000 ($243,000). The auction will feature a wide range of items, including costumes such as Daniel Craig's tuxedo from "No Time to Die," Leonardo DiCaprio's ensemble from "Titanic," and Michael Keaton's battle-damaged suit from "Batman."
