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If you're a huge fan of cinema, whether time-tested classics or modern blockbusters, now is your chance to get your hands on original props from your favorite movie hits. Movie props from some of the most popular motion pictures ever filmed were presented at a preview exhibition in London, Thursday, ahead of a major auction on September 26, organised by The Prop Store. However, if you are looking to acquire authentic memorabilia, be ready to open your pocketbook because competition is sure to be stiff. Some items could sell for as high as $ 300 000.
This beautiful retro 1970 Porsche 917K was on display at the Goodwin Pavilion in Pebble Beach, Monterey on Wednesday to build up hype among potential buyers before the race car goes up for auction. The vehicle was owned by famed Grand Prix racer Jo Siffert, who loaned it to be featured in the film Le Mans when it was driven by the American actor Steve McQueen. It's expected to fetch somewhere between $13 to $16 million.
A pear-shaped vivid pink diamond will go under the hammer at Sotheby's next month, where auctioneers expect it to sell for $38 million (USD). Rough Cut (No reporter narration).
Chinese artist Zhang Daqian's "Peach Blossom Spring," which set an auction record for modern Chinese paintings when it was sold in 1987, reemerges at Sotheby's. Angela Moore reports.
Sylvester Stallone memorabilia from films including "Rocky" and "Rambo" has been sold for over $3 million at an auction. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
Iconic film memorabilia, including Rocky Balboa's gloves and John Rambo's army jacket are set to hit the auction block. Rough cut (no reporter narration)