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Jeans Worn by James Dean in "Giant." This well-worn pair of Lee jeans was worn by Dean in Giant, the movie that earned him his second and last Academy Award nomination, of only three starring roles. Tragically, Dean died near the end of production; his death devastated co-stars Rock Hudson, who for years afterward felt guilty about having often clashed with Dean on the set, and Elizabeth Taylor, who was so distraught she had to take time off from the production. Actor Nick Adams, a skilled voice impersonator and friend of Dean, was asked to overdub a few lines for the late actor. A Warner Bros. production tag sewn into the waistband bears the date April 26, 1955 and the notation "Jas. Dean," and the initials "JD" are written just below. In Excellent condition; the only apparent wear was added by the costume department. Also included is a b&w 8" x 10" photo of Dean wearing the jeans for a wardrobe test. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24430 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $35,850.00
Coat Jacket Worn by James Dean in "East of Eden." This heavy brown wool sport coat was worn by Dean in East of Eden, his first lead role and the only film to feature him as such that was released during his lifetime. Based on the novel by John Steinbeck, who felt that Dean had been perfectly cast as Cal Trask, a role that paralleled Dean's troubled relationship with his father and resonated with the young actor. He became known on the set for his improvised contributions to the script (often to the consternation of the cast and crew) and some of the most famous scenes in the film were his additions to the script. He would later receive an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role (the first posthumous acting nomination in Academy Awards history.) It was one of a number of roles that Dean beat out Paul Newman for (ironically, after his death, Dean's next two roles went to Newman). Also included is an 8" x 10" promo still from the movie featuring Dean wearing the jacket. Both are in Excellent condition with minimal wear. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24423 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $28,680.00
Marilyn Monroe Handwritten Letter. This two-page handwritten letter was written in 1954 by the legendary blonde bombshell, during the period inbetween her breakout role in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and her classic performance in The Seven Year Itch. Her brief marriage to baseball player Joe DiMaggio was already in decline, as was her rate of work due to illnesses (whether real or imagined), her habit of showing up late to the set, and generally being uncooperative with her producers, directors, and fellow actors. Monroe had been scheduled to accompany Bob Hope and William Holden on a USO performance at the U.S. Air Force base in Thule, Greenland; illness forced her to bow out and she was replaced by Anita Ekberg. (It was during this tour that Hope began filming his USO performances and selling them as specials to NBC.) Written to the troops in blue ink on plain white paper, the letter reads in part: "I'm a lot more disappointed than you are that I can't be there with you this New Years [sic]. But the fact is I'm sick and my doctor won't let me go, but as soon as I'm able I'll be there any time you can persuade Secretary Talbot to give me a seat in a plane, to do a show for you, to meet you all and tell you I think you're the best men in the world," and is signed by Monroe in big, bold handwriting. The letter is in Fine condition with light tanning, significant staining along the lower right edges of both pages, two horizontal fold creases, and moderate edge and corner wear. Also included is a typed transcript of the letter (Very Fine, significant staining) and the original envelope with Monroe's name written on it in an unknown hand (Very Fine with light wear). A fantastic item. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24124 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $17,925.00
Pants Worn by James Dean in "East of Eden." Pair of light gray pinstriped trousers worn by Dean in his Academy Award-nominated performance. The Warner Bros. production tag sewn into the waistband bears the date May 21, 1954, and the name "Jim Dean." Also included is a b&w 8" x 10" still of Dean wearing the trousers in the movie. Both are in Excellent condition with mild discoloration to the pants. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24426 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $15,535.00
Shirt Worn by James Dean in "East of Eden." Cream-colored cotton shirt worn by Dean in his first lead role in Elia Kazan's East of Eden. The Warner Bros. production tag sewn into the interior bears the date May 27, 1954, and the name "Jim Dean." In Excellent condition with only very minor wear. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24427 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $15,535.00
Johnny Cash Used Guitar. This gorgeous blue Alvarez guitar originally belonged to Country music legend Johnny Cash. It was purchased by Cash family friend Virginia Hallet in 1985 at a Christmas showing and sale held by June Carter Cash, who owned a matching guitar that was sold at auction two years ago. In Excellent condition, the guitar includes a copy of a handwritten letter of provenance from Johnny himself.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22288 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $11,950.00
Beatles "Ed Sullivan Show" Ticket. On August 14, 1965, the Beatles return to the scene of their historic American TV debut on the Ed Sullivan Show and performed "I Feel Fine," "I'm Down," "Ticket to Ride," "Act Naturally," "Yesterday" (sung by Paul to accompanied by a string quartet from Sullivan's orchestra), and "Help!". This ticket from the taping is in Excellent condition with very light wear.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22128 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $11,352.50
White T-Shirt Worn by James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24422 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $11,352.50
Brown Trousers Worn by James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24424 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $11,352.50
Piece of James Dean's Porsche 550 Spyder. This belt buckle-sized piece of the fragile aluminum body and glass fragment were removed from the left fender of "the Little Bastard" by road construction worker Harry Camby, mere hours after the crash that killed Dean. Eighteen years old at the time, Camby and his co-workers had stopped for coffee at the end of the day on September 30, 1955, and everyone in the shop was talking about the star's death earlier in the day, including a waitress who told them that the remains of the Porsche had been parked next door in a service station garage. Camby snuck in to have a look at the car, and kept these fragments, later having their authenticity verified by custom car legend George Barris, who had worked on the car before the crash and was able to match the primer.

After Dean's death, his Porsche became infamous as being the vehicle that killed not only him, but also for injuring and killing several others in various freak accidents in the years following his death. Barris later purchased the remains of the vehicle and used it as part of a driver's safety exhibit. The car disappeared in 1960 while being transported from Florida to Los Angeles while part of a traveling exhibit, making these fragments the last known remaining link to the infamous automobile. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24470 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $11,352.50
Benny Goodman's Clarinet. Dubbed "The King of Swing," Benny Goodman's arrival on the music scene heralded the beginning of the Swing era. Mostly remembered as a band leader, Goodman was also a clarinet virtuoso with a distinctive style. Arguably the most technically proficient Jazz clarinetist of his time, he played the instrument for decades until his death in New York City in 1986 at the age of 77, and in the process inspired many budding musicians to take up the instrument. This Selmer brand clarinet was made in 1929 for the legendary Jazz man (his name is inscribed on the bell) and used by him early in his career. The instrument has been well-used but is still in great condition, and comes in the original carrying case, which is worn but still sturdy. A wonderful item whose significance in the history of music is immeasurable.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22293 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $10,157.50
Ronald Reagan "Knute Rockne" Football Cleats. Pair of costume football shoes with mud cleats worn by Ronald Reagan in his memorable role of George "The Gipper" Gipp in the classic 1940 biopic, Knute Rockne All American. Many actors, including William Holden, John Wayne, Robert Young, and Robert Cummings, were considered for the role, but only Dennis Morgan and Reagan tested for it; ultimately, it wound up becoming one of Reagan's signature roles, along with King's Row and The Killers. The shoes are in Very Fine to Excellent condition, with a moderate amount of wear from use. An appealing item for movie and sports fans alike. C'mon bidders, go out and, ahem, win this one for the Gipper.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23320 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $10,157.50

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Martin Luther King Jr. Signed Letter to Sammy Davis Jr. A stirring, two-page typed letter on personal letterhead, dated December 20, 1960, thanking Davis for his involvement with the civil rights movement, the role of art in said movement, and Davis' interest in Oscar Brown's play Kicks and Co. It reads in part: "Art can move and alter people in subtle ways because, like love, it speaks through and to the heart. This young man's work will, in its own special way, affect the conscience of vast numbers with the moral force and vigor of our young people. And coming as it does from a source so eminently influential, the Broadway theatre and an actor of such stature as yourself, it will be both an inspiration and a sustenance to us all." The letter is signed "Martin" in blue ink on the second page, and is in Excellent condition with staple holes and light wear to the top left corner. From the Sammy Davis Jr. Estate. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24003 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $10,157.50
Jefferson Airplane "A Benefit For The Grateful Dead" Concert Poster BG-222 (Bill Graham Presents, 1970). This is a poster that we are proud to be able to offer, the rare BG - 222. Throughout their career, the Grateful Dead frequently performed at benefits for a wide variety of causes. When the Dead got busted in New Orleans on drug possession charges, many San Francisco acts felt compelled to play a benefit for them. This is the poster from that special event. Also of note for collectors is the fact that this is the only poster in his series that does not read "Bill Graham Presents" at the top; instead, it reads "A Benefit For The Grateful Dead." Also performing at the benefit were Quicksilver Messenger Service, Santana, It's A Beautiful Day, and Dan Hicks and his Hot Licks. This poster grades Near Mint due to just a couple of small creases in the lower right. Due to the rarity of the item, this would still be a centerpiece in any rock poster collection! Overall size of this poster is 13.75" x 20.75".
Auction 634 | Lot: 21452 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $9,560.00

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Elvis Presley Official Unused Jumper Dress (Little Jean Togs, Inc., 1956). This is one incredible item for any Elvis fan! This is one of the earliest of the Elvis Presley Enterprises-licensed clothing items, a size 14 flecked-grey felt sleeveless Jumper Dress, with half-inch red leather belt, red "diamond" buttons in front, pleated skirt, and a wonderful white and red applique of Elvis playing guitar and singing, standing in front of a musical chart. The figure of Elvis is approximately 11". The dress comes complete with all its original tags, including a 4" x 7" store tag with a full-color photo of the King, rocking out on his acoustic guitar. Even the original price tag is here, with a store price of $14.95 -- not too cheap by 1956 standards! The dress has been professionally mounted in a black wooden shadow-box frame, with a red felt lining, and comes with a plaque describing this as an original E.P.E. product. Everything is in Excellent condition. Even long-time Elvis collectors we've talked to have never seen an unused example of this rare item -- and only one or two in used condition!
Auction 634 | Lot: 22278 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $8,962.50
Oliver Hardy's Bowler. This stylish black bowler was worn by Oliver Hardy in a number of Laurel and Hardy short film productions in the 1930s. More or less the unofficial symbol of the duo, the hats and their ill-fitting suits and ties became part of the the team's signature attire, the uniforms of a bumbling pair of would-be gentlemen. The bowler has "O. Hardy" written behind the sweatband, and is in Excellent condition. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23164 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $8,962.50
James Dean Painting. Might James Dean have won distinction as a Dali-esque artist of bizarre and spectral images? You decide as you study this painting, created by Dean about 1954. He titled it The Road to Happiness -- an ironic title, due to the tragic fate of the artist and the dark nature of the painting. Upon first glance, the painting appears to show a shiningly white, giant God-like figure towering behind a sinister forest of gaunt, stark, fire-charred trees, and presumably one must cross the wicked forest to reach the light (and the "happiness"). But what are those gangrenous-looking gouges on the god-like figure, and is he at the back of the forest, or trapped inside it? The interpretation is entirely your own. However, there's no denial here of Dean's fervent imagination and his clearly taunting emotion to get his own gods, demons, and private fascinations out of his mind and onto a canvas. On the reverse side, the words "The Road to Happiness by J.D. About 1954" are written in red marker, as is the inscription, "For Lion A True Friend Always - Pat 1962." Added later in black ink are the words, "A gift to my friends Rose and Ralph - Lion 4/14/70." The name "Pat Jordan" is stamped five times en verso and several times on the wooden frame, the front and sides of which are painted gold (with several blotches). The frame measures 21.5" x 27.5". An astounding look into the complexity of James Dean, and an example of his dark nature that continues to tease and fascinate more than 50 years after his death. With COA from David Loehr.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24169 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $8,962.50

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Handwritten Cat Care Instructions Written by James Dean.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24469 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $8,962.50
James Dean's Cummerbund and Collar from "Giant." This black cummerbund and starched dress collar were worn by the actor in Giant, Dean's third and final lead role in a feature film, one that earned him one of two posthumous Academy Award nominations. Also included is a b&w 8" x 10" photo of Dean wearing the items in the movie. All items are in Excellent condition, with some mild discoloration to the collar. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24431 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $8,365.00
"The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan" Rare LP with Four Deleted Tracks Columbia 1986 Mono (1963). This extremely rare album variation is cited by the Goldmine Album Guide at the top of its "100 Most Valuable U. S. Albums" chart. After Freewheelin' was recorded in 1963, there were four tracks that did not make the final release -- "Talkin' John Birch Society Blues," "Let Me Die in My Footsteps," "Rocks and Gravel," and "Gamblin' Willies Dead Man's Hand." The reasons for this depend on whom you ask; some say CBS pressured Dylan to remove "Talkin' John Birch" because they feared some would find it offensive; others say Dylan simply chose to reshuffle the track list for artistic reasons (a number of tracks recorded with a full backing band had already been scrapped to maintain Dylan's presence as an acoustic folk performer). Either way, just before the first version of the album was to be shipped, the decision was made to replace four of the songs. Somehow a number of the original discs got out, although the covers and the record labels showed the revised songlist. Naturally, these have become much sought-after collectors' items. In our October 2005 auction, this same copy sold for just over $20,000, and is available at this time because of the untimely death of the winning bidder. It is thought that only a few other mono copies exist, and the only two known stereo copies of this version are now valued at upwards of $75,000. Oh, and the songs listed on the cover and on the labels of this copy that supplanted the originals listed above, and which were included on the common commercial-release version are "Girl From The North Country", "Masters Of War", "Bob Dylan's Dream", and "Talking World War III Blues". The cover on this copy is in MT 9 condition and still in the original shrink wrap. The record itself is in EX 7 condition with some minor noise on "Blowin' in the Wind." This is one of the prize offerings in the auction. Condition: MT 9/ EX 7.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22184 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $7,767.50
Howard Hughes' Fedora. An aviator, engineer, industrialist, movie producer, playboy, eccentric, and one of the wealthiest people in the world, Howard Hughes was easily one of the most distinctive and controversial figures in American history. Dismissed in Hollywood as nothing more than a rich man's son, he spent a then unheard $3.8 million of his own money to produce Hell's Angels, the start of a 25-year filmmaking career that culminated in sole ownership of RKO Pictures. This beige fedora-style Stetson was owned and worn by Hughes, and has the initials "HRH" stamped on the sweatband. In Very Fine condition with a light amount of wear and some mild overall staining. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23182 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $7,170.00
Marilyn Monroe's Mink Cocktail Coat. Gorgeous, mid-length brown mink cocktail coat from Marilyn's personal wardrobe. Her initials, "MM" are embroidered in red script inside the coat. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24119 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $7,170.00
Tin Pan Alley Legends Autograph Collection. This large, black spiral-bound notebook contains 54 vintage books of sheet, each signed by a well-known composer or lyricist from the Tin Pan Alley era, including E.Y. Harburg, Spencer Williams, L. Wolfe Gilbert, Hoagy Carmichael, Rudy Vallee, Jimmy McHugh, Peter DeRose, Harry Ruby, Jack Lawrence, Will Marion Cook, and Ann Ronell. Also included are 70 notecards autographed by various musicians, television personalities and other celebs, including Efrem Zimbalist, Bud Collyer, Jimmy Dorsey, Al Jolson, Walt Disney, Jerome Kern, Fred Astaire, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Theodore Dreiser, George Burns, Rudy Vallee, Skitch Henderson, and Richard Chamberlain. The songbooks are in overall Fine to Very Fine condition with mild to moderate wear and discoloration. The cards are in overall Fine to Excellent condition, with light wear and mild to heavy tanning. A great set of rare autographs. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 21216 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50

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Elvis and Colonel Tom Parker Signed Movie Contract. In 1956, Colonel Tom Parker negotiated a sizeable movie contract with the Wallis and Hazen production company for budding superstar Elvis Presley. Many historians and biographers have debated over the years whether or not Parker's deal was a great one for Elvis, or merely adequate. This original contract, dated April 2, 1956, and signed by Elvis, Parker, Hal Willis, and Joseph Hazen on the last page, gives the details of the deal -- a very modest one at that. It calls for Elvis to appear in one film a year over a period of seven years, at the starting rate of $15,000, with annual raises that had him earning $100,000 in the seventh and final year of the contract, plus the right to make one film a year for another production company of his choice. Elvis' first film under the contract was 1957's Loving You, and he made a total of nine films with Wallis/Hazen, the last being Easy Come, Easy Go in 1967. The contract is in overall excellent condition, with the standard binder holes to the top of each page, with some tape residue on the upper left corners of the first and last pages. A significant document that puts to rest a long-standing debate. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22281 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
Fred Astaire's Top Hat from "Top Hat." This classy black silk top hat was worn by legendary dancer Fred Astaire opposite Ginger Rogers in the 1935 romantic musical comedy Top Hat. Considered their definitive film together, it was the first written specifically for them, and featured the classic "Top Hat, White Tie and Tails," which remains one of Astaire's finest solo numbers. The movie earned $3 million at the box office (a very substantial amount at the time), the only other film in 1935 to outgross it being Mutiny on the Bounty. As a matter of fact, it and King Kong helped rescue RKO from bankruptcy. The titular chapeaux is collapsible for easy storage and comes in the original hatbox, which is labeled "RKO, Fred Astaire, Top Hat 1935, Store in Archives" on the inside of the lid. In Excellent condition with only the slightest bit of wear around the edge of the crown. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23009 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50

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United States Flag Used in "Sands of Iwo Jima." This U.S. flag with 48 stars was used in the 1949 war movie Sands of Iwo Jima starring John Wayne, which told the stories of the Navy corpsman and five marines who raised the flag on Mount Suribachi, one of the most iconic images of World War II. The three who survived the battle, Rene A. Gagnon, Ira H. Hayes, and John H. Bradley, appeared in the movie opposite Wayne. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some areas of moderate tanning and a few very small moth holes. A great conversation piece. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24106 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
Incredible James Dean Inscribed Photo. Absolutely iconic shot of James Dean, switchblade in hand, in the famous Griffith Observatory battle from Rebel Without a Cause. Boldly signed in green ink, "To Bill a pleasure to work with you all my best - James Dean." This original still, with "Warner Bros. publicity dept." stamped en verso, has some slight glue traces on the four corners from its previous attachment, otherwise Excellent condition. For a James Dean, this one has it all: Dean's trademark film, a legendary scene, and a superb inscription and signature. You won't find a better signed Dean photo anywhere! From the James Dean Museum archive. With COA from David Loehr.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24166 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
James Dean's Red Sweater. A favorite of Dean's, this heavy-knit red sweater was worn by the screen legend while he was a struggling actor in New York. He had borrowed it one night from a tavern owner a few months earlier, and inadvertently left it at the home of actor and acquaintance John Gilmore during a visit in February 1954. At the time, Dean was performing in The Immoralist and testing for East of Eden. Earlier, in November 1953, Dean had worn the sweater to rehearsals for an episode of the television anthology series Armstrong Circle Theatre, where he used it to cause trouble by keeping it bunched over his lower face while delivering his lines, much to director James Sheldon's consternation. The sweater is in Excellent, like-new condition, due primarily to having been kept in storage for many years. Also included is a signed two-page letter from Gilmore to James Dean Gallery archivist David Loehr, dated July 19, 1991, detailing the history of the garment. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24421 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
Robert Johnson "32-20 Blues" Vocalion 03445 (1937). In recent auctions our Robert Johnson offerings have generated a lot of interest from collectors, and we've been fortunate enough to have copies of different releases among the 12 records released on Vocalion in 1937 and 1938. This is the first time we've offered "32-20 Blues", Johnson's second release and probably his second most rare. There are not that many copies out there period, and certainly just a mere few nicer than this copy. Condition: VG-EX 6.
Auction 634 | Lot: 21339 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,154.25
James Dean's Fifth Grade Notebook. This three-ring binder was used by Dean in the course of his fifth grade education, circa 1941. The sixteen pages of notebook paper still in the notebook include history, geography, spelling, and math homework -- as well as a few doodles -- plus four loose pages, one of which features almost a dozen practice signatures by "Jimmie" Dean, and is also signed by him on the inside back cover. Dean had been enrolled in Brentwood Public School until his mother died of cancer in 1940; at age nine, his father sent him to live with his aunt Ortense and uncle Marcus Winslow on a farm in Fairmount, Indiana, where he was to complete his education. The binder is in Good condition with major wear, yet the binding is still in fairly sturdy shape. The pages are all in Very Fine condition with mild to moderate wear and tanning. A unique item, accompanied with a signed letter of authenticity from Dean's cousin, Marcus Winslow. From the James Dean Museum archive. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24434 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,976.20
John Lennon Signed White Album Cover. Most often referred to as The White Album and released at the height of the Beatle's popularity, their 1968 self-titled LP still stands as one of the major accomplishments in popular music and ranked #10 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. This particular copy of the album cover was signed on the back quite nicely by John Lennon in red ballpoint. The signature was obtained in May 1975, when Lennon appeared as a celebrity guest host for the Helping Hands Marathon at WFIL Television studios in Philadelphia. Also included is a picture of Lennon signing the album cover, and a letter of authenticity. In Very Fine condition with some mild to moderate discoloration and soiling. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22149 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,975.00

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John Wayne Flying Tigers Model Plane. When Republic Studios released the film Flying Tigers in 1942, starring John Wayne, the film was a smash hit -- the biggest to that time in Republic's history. The P-40 Warhawk, with its painted, ferocious tiger mouth, rip-roaring speed, and blasting machine guns, was as big a star of the film as the Duke himself. Yet wartime audiences who flocked to the film probably never guessed that Wayne's P-40B fighter (in the combat scenes) was actually a model created by the legendary Lydecker brothers, Republic's special effects magicians. In 1951, the same model appeared in Warner Bros.' Flying Leathernecks, where, as fate would have it, John Wayne was again the star, and again the plane's "pilot." This magnificent model warplane, fully-restored to its 45" length and 55" wingspan. After being decommissioned, this miniature P-40B went on display at the late James Brucker's Movie World in Buena Park, California, and it was Brucker who did a complete restoration of the historic prop. The plane comes with a letter of provenance, plus three great bonuses: a folder of terrific photos, showing the plane's amazing restoration process; two stills of John Wayne from Flying Tigers, one with his plane; and a colorful, star-filled poster from Movie World, featuring a list of the "Cars of the Stars" and "Planes of Fame" that were retired to the attraction. The entire lot is in Excellent condition. Here's a very rare chance to own this venerable Hollywood warbird, masterfully restored to all its former glory!
Auction 634 | Lot: 23385 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,975.00
President Harry S. Truman's Stetson. A stylish pearl gray "Open Road" Stetson owned and worn by the 33rd President of the United States, with Truman's name embossed on the sweatband. The style was one of Truman's favorites and, along with his round-rimmed glasses, it became part of his signature style. In Excellent condition.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23363 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,676.25
Marilyn Monroe's Make-Up Case. Carried regularly by Monroe, this small, 5" x 3" Brass make-up case features an elaborate mother of pearl inlay on the top, and inside features a lipstick holder, small comb with vinyl case, make-up compartment, and a small mirror. Also included is a protective chamois storage cover (fine condition with moderate wear and staining). In Very Fine condition with mild scratching and wear to the outside, moderate wear to the mirror, and some mild to moderate tarnishing of the interior. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24127 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,676.25
Full-Scale Original Model of James Dean Memorial.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24386 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,500.00
John Wayne's Fedora from "The Fighting Seabees." Though he caught a lot of flak for staying home during WWII while actors such as James Stewart and David Niven joined the military and fought overseas, John Wayne instead contributed to the war effort by appearing in a number of films such as The Fighting Seabees (one of the few in movies in which his character is killed on-screen). This light grey fedora was worn by Wayne in the 1944 war drama, has "Duke" typed on a label on the inside of the sweatband, and is in Very Fine condition with a few small stains and mild to moderate wear to the felt. Accompanied by COA from L.A. Prop & Wardrobe Co.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23378 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,497.00
James Dean Signed Sketch.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24453 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,377.50

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"Introducing The Beatles" Rare Stereo First Version LP Vee Jay 1062 (1964). One of the rarer versions of this album has the original song lineup with "Love Me Do" and "P.S. I Love You". "Stereophonic" is emblazened across the top of the front cover, and it has the ad back cover. This has the black label with the oval Vee Jay logo. Fantastic disc, except a scratch on the first two tracks on Side 2; otherwise, would grade NM 8. Condition: EX 7 (cover)/ VG-EX 6 (record). From the GRT Collection.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22027 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,078.75
Beatles, Helen Shapiro, and Tommy Roe Signatures Set. This great set of signatures includes an autograph book page signed John, Paul, George, and Ringo, each very nicely in blue ballpoint, with Paul adding "Beatles" above his signature. The page was signed on March 28, 1963, when the Fab Four played at the ABC Cinema in Exeter, Devonshire, England, while on tour with Chris Montez and Tommy Roe. The page is matted along with two others, one signed by Roe and the other signed by singer Helen Shapiro, (for whom the band served as opening act in what was their first national tour), along with a handbill touting "1962: The Beatles Year of Achievement." The items are in Excellent condition and framed to an overall size of 16" x 15". This lot comes with a LOA from Frank Caiazzo. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22089 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,078.75
Marilyn Monroe's Mirrored Bedside Cabinet and Chest of Drawers. Included are a cabinet with rectangular top over a single drawer and two doors that open to reveal a quilted paper-covered interior on molded plinth, plus a chest of drawers with five graduated drawers decorated with gilt-metal handles. The cabinet has had the mirror on the drawer replaced. The chest of drawers has had the mirrors on the top two drawers replaced. These items were auctioned by Christie's in 1999, and copies of the catalog pages, receipts, invoices, and tags from that sale are included here, as well as photos of the pieces before the drawers were refurbished. Also included with the lot is the book My Sister Marilyn in which the chest of drawers in mentioned on page 159. Both pieces are in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition with a few areas of mild to moderate wear.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24128 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $5,078.75
Bo Diddley "Five Men in a Boat" Avalon Concert Poster FD-20 (Family Dog, 1966). This rare poster was only printed once, for a run of 1,000. The shows were held at both the Avalon Ballroom and the Longshoreman's Hall, in August 1966. Opening acts were Sons of Adam and Little Walter. Artists Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelly used a "split fountain" printing technique, giving the image a rainbow effect as the colors shifted from green to blue to red to yellow. A very attractive poster, it measures 12.25" x 19.75" and is in Near Mint- condition.
Auction 634 | Lot: 21385 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,780.00

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Marlon Brando's British Academy Award for "Viva Zapata!". Marlon Brando received his second career Academy Award nomination for Best Actor (following one for A Streetcar Named Desire the previous year) for his performance as Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata in this 1952 biopic, written by John Steinbeck and directed by Elia Kazan. Unfortunately for him, he was up against Gary Cooper's performance in High Noon, and went home empty-handed that night. The British Academy of Film and Television Arts, however, bestowed upon him top honors for the performance, presenting him with this British Film Academy Award. He would collect two more over the next two years, for Julius Caesar and On the Waterfront. Made of blue porcelain and measuring 9" in diameter, the award comes in a reddish-brown leather-covered box with Brando's name embossed on it. The award is in Excellent condition, and the box is in Fine to Very Fine condition with a broken hinge and several dings and scuffs. An outstanding, one-of-a-kind piece. From the collection of Marlon Brando.
Auction 634 | Lot: 23516 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,780.00
"Rebel Without a Cause" Script." A file copy of the final draft of the Rebel Without a Cause screenplay from the Warner Bros. Story Department, dated March 25, 1955. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with very light wear. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24172 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,780.00
James Dean Motorcycle Sketch. A motorcycle enthusiast like his idol Marlon Brando, James Dean went so far as to by a Triumph 500cc TR5 Trophy model bike after seeing Brando ride a similar model in The Wild One (the bike featured in a famous series of photographs of Dean by Phil Stern). Featured is a stylized pencil sketch paper of an Indian brand motorbike drawn on notebook and signed by a 17-year-old Dean in 1948 -- around the time he knocked out his two front teeth in a bike accident. The sketch is in Very Fine condition with moderate tanning and some tearing along the top from being torn from a pad. It also features one of the earliest known "James Dean" signatures. Up until this point he had signed his name as "Jimmie Dean" or "Jim Dean." A unique piece of artwork. From the James Dean Museum archive. Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24437 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,780.00

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Marilyn Monroe "Happy Birthday, Mr. President" Limited Edition Prints. Ten sets of ten prints of photographer Irv Steinberg's rare and exclusive backstage photos of Monroe taken by him shortly after her unforgettable birthday serenade of JFK. The b&w 11" x 14" prints are limited edition sets of ten, each print signed and numbered by Steinberg and in overall Excellent condition. These are rare and astounding shots. Total 100 prints in this chance-of-a-lifetime lot. Comes with a document from Irv Steinberg stating these will be the only Monroe prints he will sign.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24115 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,481.25
James Dean Signed Hubcap. A fan of motorcycles and sports cars, James Dean was an avid motorist with a short but impressive racing career, finishing in the top three of his first two professional races. Rather appropriately, Warner Bros. had Dean sign this hubcap as part of a promotion for Rebel Without a Cause, and the rising star gamely inscribed it with "Hey, hope the cops don't catch you stealing hubcaps" around the rim before signing his name boldly in black grease pencil in the center. Two other hubcaps were signed, whether by Dean or his Rebel co-stars Sal Mineo and Natalie Wood is unknown as they have both long since disappeared. Fortunately, the most prized of the three has been meticulously cared for and preserved, and is in Excellent condition with only the slightest smudging to the signature. A fascinating and unique piece of Hollywood history, bearing a great sample of a rare and much sought after autograph. From the James Dean Museum archive. With COA from David Loehr.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24174 | Oct 7, 2006

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"East of Eden" Script Given to Nick Adams by James Dean. A final draft copy of the screenplay for East of Eden, dated May 17, 1954, bound in leather and given as a gift to actor Nick Adams by James Dean, who had his friend's named embossed on the cover. Adams later passed it on to actress Yvonne Ginest. Adams became a close friend of Dean's after playing a small role in Rebel Without a Cause, and was devastated when Dean was killed. Adams began behaving recklessly and was arrested for speeding nine times in one year. His career began to falter, and eventually he was found dead of a drug overdose in 1968, at the age of 36. In Excellent condition with only light wear. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Auction 634 | Lot: 24471 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,481.25
John Lennon and Paul McCartney Autographs. Large, bold signatures from John and Paul on the back of a Beatles promo card in blue ink, obtained by a fan during a show at the Floral Hall Ballroom circa 1962-63. The signatures are in Excellent condition and have been matted and framed along with a 5" x 7" color print of Paul Saltzman's photo of the duo during the band's trip to India and a plate reading "The 20th Century's Most Famous Composers," to an overall size of 13" x 23". Accompanied by LOA from PSA/DNA.
Auction 634 | Lot: 22148 | Oct 7, 2006

Sold For: $4,182.50

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