Harrison Ford’s fedora from Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom is to be sold at auction and could fetch an estimated 500,000 dollars (€457,000).
The screen-matched hat, also worn by stunt performer Dean Ferrandini, is one of more than 1,900 rare items being sold in a four-day auction comprised of props from Hollywood blockbusters.
One of the top lots is a batwing model miniature used by Michael Keaton’s Batman in Tim Burton’s 1989 film, expected to fetch between 250,000 and 500,000 dollars (€228,000 to €457,000).
Elsewhere, a biker scout helmet from Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi (1983) is estimated to sell for the same price bracket.
Clothing items up for auction include John Travolta’s screen-matched leather jacket from Saturday Night Fever (1977) and a pair of earrings worn by Julia Roberts in the 1990 rom-com Pretty Woman.
There is also Joaquin Phoenix’s final battle costume as Commodus from Ridley Scott’s 2000 epic Gladiator, which is expected to sell for between 80,000 and 160,000 dollars (€73,000 and €146,000).
Also up for auction is Forrest Gump’s famous box of chocolates, which could fetch between 20,000 and 40,000 dollars (€18,000 and €36,000).
Other highlights include Chris Evans’ shield from 2016 Marvel film Captain America: Civil War and a screen-matched Ghostface costume from 1996 horror Scream.
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📅 Auction Date: August 15-18, 2024
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Brandon Alinger, chief operating officer of Propstore, said: "This is Propstore Los Angeles’ second Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction of 2024, and the sale represents another incredible opportunity for movie fans to own a piece of cinematic history.
"From Indiana Jones’ classic fedora from Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, to the Biker Scout Helmet from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, each item carries its own significant story and history.
"Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to memorabilia collecting, this event promises something extraordinary for everyone."
The auction will take place in Los Angeles from 15 to 18 August.
Source: Press Association